
King Charles, Prince William Congratulate England on Victory, Final Spot
King Charles and Prince William have praised the Lionesses for their victory over Italy in the European Championship semi-final. England won 2-1 and will advance to the final against either Germany or Spain on Sunday.
The King expressed his pride in the team and wished them success in the final. He commended the players for their remarkable journey and fighting spirit, inspiring girls and women across the nation.
Prince William also congratulated the team on their performance, calling it brilliant and acknowledging their proximity to glory in the #WEURO2025 tournament.
In a thrilling turn of events, 19-year-old Michelle Agyemang scored an equalizer in the 96th minute, leading to extra time where Chloe Kelly's penalty secured the victory for England.
Following the match, the Lionesses announced they would no longer take the knee before games in response to racial abuse directed at Jess Carter. The team emphasized the need for alternative measures to combat racism and expressed solidarity with players who have faced discrimination.
The FA is collaborating with law enforcement to address online abuse, with the team advocating for greater accountability for those responsible for such behavior.