Prince William and his son, Prince George, recently attended a UEFA Champions League soccer match in Paris on April 9, where they supported Aston Villa against Paris Saint-Germain. Their team lost 3-1, but the experience turned out to be one of the father-son duo’s most memorable adventures together. To ensure he was creating fond memories with his eldest child, Prince William was very intentional.
The game became more than just a soccer match for Prince William. This was a good opportunity for him to connect with Prince George. “Well, I’ve got my son here as well, so I’m on best behavior,” he remarked when asked about his plans for the evening. The two were pictured celebrating in the owner’s box, relishing the vibes of a tense playoff game side by side.
Prince William has talked about how his three kids affect his bad luck rituals and superstition about soccer. He humorously noted, “If we’re not doing very well, I start moving round the house quite quickly and I put the children in different positions hoping that’s going to change our luck.” While he has a strong affinity for Aston Villa, he clarified that he does not pressure his children into supporting the team.
In fact, Prince William has already allowed Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis to choose Aston Villa as their team. A palace insider shared insights about the family dynamic, saying, “A lot of it is the stabilizing normality Kate brings — and that’s how she grew up. William absolutely loves it.”
Though the score didn’t go Prince William’s way, the visit was significant for him. He left his other two children at home, noting, “I’ve left the other two at home. They’re probably watching tonight.” The father of three enjoys spending time with his family, particularly during their school vacations. He and Princess Kate go to great lengths to reduce their obligations during these magical times together.
Supporters of Aston Villa take pride in referring to themselves as the pride. Surprisingly, this phrase might resonate on a different level with Prince William. He called Prince George at one point “the pride of the pride.” He underscores the lengths he’s willing to go to in order to make his children a part of their family’s favorite team.