Today, he presented the England squad with their numbered shirts following manager Gareth Southgate's contentious decisions. Notably, Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold received the number eight jersey, suggesting a midfield role despite his career as a full-back. This choice has sparked debate, as has Southgate's intention to field Luke Shaw at left-back despite recent injury concerns.
Despite these issues, the English team remains a favorite to clinch the Euros. Prince William, accompanied by his children Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, shared a light-hearted moment with the players. He jokingly relayed Louis's advice to "eat twice the amount you normally eat" before matches, which elicited laughter from the squad.
Reflecting on his passion for football, Prince William disclosed his affection for Aston Villa in a 2015 interview with the BBC. Amid ongoing health concerns for King Charles and Kate Middleton, William continues to fulfill his royal duties with optimism and dedication to England's football ambitions.
