Prince William and Prince George have been spotted at Villa Park ahead of Aston Villa’s crucial Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain.
The Prince of Wales, 42, was seen looking pensive in a hospitality box, whilst his 11-year-old son sported a half-and-half scarf featuring both clubs’ emblems.
William has been a regular attendee at Villa matches throughout the season, supporting the team in both domestic and European competitions.
The royal pair now face a tense evening as Villa attempt to overcome a 3-1 deficit from the first leg in Paris.
Prince William and Prince George spotted in VIP box ahead of nerve-wracking football match
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Both William and George were present at the first leg of the quarter-final in Paris, which PSG won 3-1.
The royal duo experienced an emotional rollercoaster during the first half at the Parc des Princes.
They erupted in celebration when Morgan Rogers gave Aston Villa the lead, only for their joy to be short-lived.
PSG quickly equalised through a superb strike from Desire Doue.
Prince William has been a lifelong Villa fan
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Prince William had been personally invited to attend the match by PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi.
Before taking his seat, the Prince of Wales joined TNT Sports pundits Rio Ferdinand and Ally McCoist for a pre-match discussion.
During the TNT Sports interview, Prince William explained how the Champions League tie would help create “special memories” with his son.
When asked by Ferdinand if it was a “lads’ trip”, the Prince insisted he was on his “best behaviour” in the French capital.
Prince William is watching the match at Villa Park
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“I have got my son here too so I am on best behaviour but 43 years since this has happened and I want George to experience a night out in a big competition,” William said.
He added: “Those memories are really important to create and bringing him away is important.”
The Prince also discussed his children’s football allegiances, saying: “I am open to who they support, I am biased but they come to games with Villa so it will likely be Villa.”
Aston Villa now face a significant challenge at Villa Park as they attempt to overturn the two-goal deficit from the first leg.
Prince George’s face was concealed by a Villa scarf
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The Midlands club are aiming to reach the semi-finals of European football’s premier club competition.
It’s a historic occasion for Villa, with William noting it had been 43 years since such a European night for the club.
Despite the uphill battle, the presence of the royal supporters adds to the special atmosphere at Villa Park.
The Prince revealed his other children were “probably watching on TV” and added: “We will see who they support.”