The recent triumph of the Lionesses at the Women’s Euro 2025 final garnered attention not only for the thrilling match but for the royal family’s involvement. Princess Charlotte, the adorable ten-year-old daughter of Prince William, accompanied her father to the final. They all cheered together as the team beat Spain in a dramatic penalty shootout.
Princess Charlotte’s excitement was palpable as she witnessed the Lionesses’ impressive performance. Later in the match, HRH Prince William, the Prince of Wales and Patron of The Football Association, joined in awarding one of the medals. He looked so proud when he passed it along to his daughter. This moment highlighted the royal family’s connection to football and their support for women’s sports.
On social media platform X, Prince William and Princess Charlotte released a joint message expressing their enthusiasm for the game. They stated, “What a game! Lionesses, you are the champions of Europe and we couldn’t be prouder of the whole team. Enjoy this moment England.”
While Prince William and Princess Charlotte might have been jumping for joy at the victory, King Charles was nowhere to be found among the celebrators. Just days later, he released a personal statement congratulating the Lionesses on their historic win and celebrating the importance of their victory. “For more years than I care to remember, England fans have sung that famous chant ‘football’s coming home’,” King Charles wrote. He added, “This brings you, your manager and all your support team my most heartfelt congratulations on winning the Euros 2025.” His comments served to underscore the sense of pride many of us felt across this great nation by the team’s win.
King Charles was in Scotland at the time of the parade. He’d toured a nuclear transport ship in Caithness earlier that week. His absence was felt especially on Tuesday. He joined the Lionesses’ victory parade through London to Buckingham Palace, in which the young women athletes celebrated their championship title.
Prince William further demonstrated his support for the Lionesses by attending the final itself. He even stopped by their training ground before the title-deciding match to show his support. At the final whistle, he was by the pitch. He stepped on the pitch with players and fans alike to celebrate the trophy presentation as one.
Princess Beatrice took part in the festivities with husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi. Along with their charter members’ families, they participated in the Lioness Parade. Their presence brought together a feeling of solidarity within the royal family and their determination to fight for women’s sports.
