Emotional Twist: Prince George’s Surprise Meeting with Soccer Idols at FA Cup Final—Exclusive Photos Inside!
Father-Son Bonding at Wembley
Prince William and Prince George attended the FA Cup final between Manchester City and Manchester United at Wembley Stadium.
The Prince of Wales, president of the Football Association, enjoyed the match with his 10-year-old son,
both dressed in matching dark blue suits and striped ties.
Royal Duties on Hold
This appearance followed the royal family’s decision to postpone engagements due to an unexpected general election, adhering to their non-political stance.
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Prince George makes surprise appearance at FA Cup final alongside Prince William – best photos
Prince George accompanied the Prince of Wales to Wembley Stadium
Prince George was spotted alongside his father Prince William on Saturday as he made a surprise appearance at Wembley Stadium for the FA Cup final.
The young prince, 10, was seen with the future king, 41, in the stands ahead of the football match between Manchester City and Manchester United which kicked off at 3:00 pm.
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A job well done
Prince William shakes hands with Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag as he hands over the winner’s medal.
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Celebrations and comiserations
The Princes clap politely as Manchester United win 2-1. Prince William is an Aston Villa fan.
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Eyes on the prize
Father and son eye up the trophy during the game.
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Prince William stands on the pitch for the pre-game national anthem.
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Watching intently
Prince George zoned in on the action from the stands.
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Cheering from the stands
The young royal was seen getting into the action, cheering from the stands as his dad concentrated on every move.
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Prince George’s appearance
Prince George was seen wearing a suit and a striped tie as he took his seat in the royal box.
Prince William, who is a loyal Aston Villa supporter, was seen alongside his son in a coordinating look.
The father-son outing is one of the few public engagements the young royal has been seen at amid his mother Princess Kate’s public absence as she undergoes treatment for cancer.
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Prince William meets star Manchester City players
The Prince greeted two of Manchester City’s best-loved players Phil Foden and Erling Haaland along with their child mascots.
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Meeting Erik ten Hag
The Prince of Wales was seen shaking the hand of Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag ahead of kick-off.
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Heading onto the pitch
Prince William headed onto the pitch to shake the hand of every player before kick-off.
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Prince William shakes the hands of star players
Prince William was seen greeting the Manchester United players ahead of the match in his smartest suit.
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Fans pour in
A sea of loyal fans flooded Wembley Stadium ahead of the kickoff.
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Prince William’s role in the FA
Prince William is an avid football follower and the aptly-appointed president of the Football Association.
It has been announced that the Prince of Wales’ appearance at the match is likely to be one of only a handful made by the royal family in the coming weeks, after the monarchy postponed engagements “which may appear to divert attention or distract from the election campaign” following the announcement of a General Election on 4 July.
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Prince William’s past FA Cup appearances
Prince William attended the 2023 FA Cup final where the same two teams faced off, resulting in a 2-1 victory for Manchester City who were awarded their medals by King Charles’ son.
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Princess Kate’s previous sporting appearance
Princess Kate’s husband has been known to attend sporting events with his lookalike son in the past, including during the Euros in 2021 where his mother was also present at a match between England and Germany.
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Sporty siblings
Prince George also showed his sporting side alongside his younger sister Princess Charlotte, nine, in 2023 when the royal siblings were seen cheering from the stands during the Wimbledon men’s final.
