Royal celebrates Crystal Palace’s historic win with personal tribute to fans
Prince William shared a rare and heartfelt message following his solo outing at the FA Cup final on Saturday, where he witnessed Crystal Palace secure a stunning 1-0 victory over Manchester City at Wembley Stadium.
Taking to the official Prince and Princess of Wales X (formerly Twitter) account, the 42-year-old royal congratulated the team and praised their remarkable performance:
"Congratulations @CPFC on a brilliant FA Cup victory! A historic win and a performance to remember. The support was amazing, you’ve made your fans proud!"
The message, accompanied by an energetic video capturing highlights of the game, struck a personal tone from the Prince, who has served as President of the Football Association since 2006 and is known for his deep passion for the sport.
The winning goal from England star Eberechi Eze sealed the victory in what has been described as one of the most memorable FA Cup finals in recent years. William’s enthusiastic response resonated with football fans and royal watchers alike, especially as he attended the event alone while Princess Catherine remains largely out of the public eye during her recovery.
Social media buzzed with appreciation for the Prince’s genuine connection to the game, with one fan commenting:
“Great to see you supporting the game. Looking forward to the women’s finals next!”
According to royal sources, the Prince and Princess of Wales are expected to reunite later in the week for an official visit to Scotland, continuing their joint royal duties while balancing family and health commitments.
