What's happened
Prince William, president of the FA, will travel to Germany to support the England football team at Euro 2024. He recently met the squad and shared his son's advice for success - to eat twice the amount they usually would.
What's behind the headline?
What the papers say
According to The Independent, the England team will be based at the Weimarer Land Spa & Golf Resort in Germany for the UEFA Euros. Sky News reports that Prince William will attend England's match against Denmark and shared his son's advice with the team. BBC News highlights Prince William's visit to the England squad, where he presented shirts and shared his son's unique advice.
How we got here
As Euro 2024 approaches, the England football team is gearing up for their matches in Germany. Prince William's involvement as the president of the FA adds a royal touch to the team's preparations. His visit to meet the squad and share his son's advice reflects the camaraderie and support within the team.
Go deeper
- What was Prince William's message to the England squad?
- How did the England team react to Prince William's visit and advice?
- What impact does Prince William's support have on the team's morale?
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