The Prince of Wales exchanged pleasantries with the King of Denmark following a tense 1-1 draw between their respective national teams in Germany on Thursday evening.
Prince William, also serving as the president of the FA, displayed vivid enthusiasm throughout the Euro Clash. His fervor peaked when England's Captain Harry Kane secured a 1-0 lead for the Three Lions within the first 18 minutes. However, as the game unfolded, William, like many across the nation, found himself with his hands clasped over his face as England's performance failed to convince. Despite this lackluster display, Prince William exemplified sportsmanship by graciously shaking hands with Denmark's King Frederick X at the final whistle.
Both nations remained on course for progression in the tournament, a fact acknowledged by the light-hearted exchange between the Prince and King Frederick X. The latter, having ascended to the throne following his mother's unexpected abdication in January, couldn't resist a celebratory fist pump in front of William's amused expression as they exited the stadium. William, a dedicated football fan, was captured sharing a laugh with Frederick in the crowd, and the duo engaged in an animated conversation as they sat side by side in the same row.
Early in the game, a snapshot featuring William, Frederick, and Princess Josephine of Denmark circulated on Wales's official account, accompanied by the caption "May the best team win." William was attired in a smart suit and striped tie, while Frederick opted for an open-collar white shirt and blazer at the Frankfurt arena in Germany. Despite the absence of the Princess of Wales, who had recently made a public appearance, the Prince found time to converse with former Manchester United CEO and UEFA Treasurer David Gill, as well as FA CEO Mark Bullingham.
Anticipation hung in the air for the Prince, who was hoping for an early birthday present ahead of his 42nd birthday the following day. However, the Three Lions failed to roar in their second Euros Clash, leaving William and fans alike hoping for a stronger performance in the matches to come.
