Prince William praises England after World Cup quarter-final win

Prince William praised the England football team on Saturday, after the national squad secured a dramatic quarter-final victory over Norway. The future king celebrated the win on his official X account after the team advanced to the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026. England defeated Norway 2-1 after extra time during an intense match held at the Miami Stadium.

The Prince of Wales, who serves as the Patron of the Football Association, described the players as a special team that delivered a top performance in a tough environment. He additionally offered his commiserations to a proud Norway team before looking ahead to the upcoming semi-final. Prince William also shared an official social media post from the England football team, which celebrated entering the final four of the tournament. The lifelong football fan regularly attends major England matches, the FA Cup finals, and is a devoted supporter of Aston Villa.

This victory marks the fourth time England has secured a place in the final four of the FIFA World Cup, following historic tournament appearances in 1966, 1990, and 2018. Former England footballer Sir David Beckham also commended the victory on his official Instagram account, expressing profound pride in the team for reaching the semi-final. Beckham watched the quarter-final match at the Miami Stadium alongside his wife Victoria Beckham, his daughter Harper Beckham, and his sons Romeo and Cruz. The former midfielder stated that celebrating the sporting milestone with his family was a special moment and thanked the England team for giving the country such memorable experiences.