Prince William speaks as Prince of Wales as he encourages women footballers

Prince William on Saturday extended heartfelt support to the Welsh women’s football team as they prepare for their historic debut at the Women’s European Championships. 

In an Instagram story, the Prince of Wales shared a message in both Welsh and English, celebrating the milestone moment for Welsh football.

The post, adorned with the Welsh flag, reads  "Best of luck to Wales as they make their Women’s Euros debut. A proud and historical moment for Welsh football." 

The Welsh women’s team’s participation marks a significant achievement, highlighting the growth of women’s football in the region. 

Prince William’s message has been met with widespread enthusiasm, with fans and officials alike praising the royal encouragement.

As the team gears up for their opening match, the support from the future king serves as a morale booster. 

Welsh football authorities have hailed the debut as a landmark event, with hopes high for a strong performance on the international stage.

Last year, William stepped back as the President of the Football Association (FA), taking on a new role instead.

The Prince of Wales was first appointed President of the FA in 2005 and has held the position for almost 20 years.

He became Patron of the Football Association in a more scaled-back role.