A Royal Night Out in Paris

Prince William, an avid Aston Villa supporter, took his eldest son Prince George to Paris for a thrilling Champions League quarter-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Despite wearing his "lucky clothes," the Prince of Wales watched as Villa succumbed to a 3-1 defeat at Parc des Princes. The match provided an unforgettable father-son bonding experience, with George proudly sporting a Villa scarf.

Emotional Rollercoaster for the Royals

Before the game, Prince William admitted to feeling "pretty terrified" and "nervous" but predicted a 2-1 victory for Villa in a chat with TNT Sports pundits Rio Ferdinand and Ally McCoist. The royals erupted in joy when Morgan Rogers put Villa ahead in the first half, but PSG's dominant second-half performance left them visibly disappointed.

Prince William emphasized the significance of the occasion: "It's been 43 years since anything like this has happened in my generation as a Villa fan. I want George to experience a big European night."

Tactical Insights and Banter with Rio Ferdinand

William showcased his football knowledge, analyzing Villa's tactics and PSG's high-pressing game. His insights drew playful banter from Ferdinand, who joked, "Do not go for a punditry job—I could be out of the game!"

Why Prince William Supports Aston Villa

In a 2015 BBC interview, William explained his unconventional choice: "I didn’t want to follow the run-of-the-mill teams. I wanted a mid-table club for emotional rollercoaster moments." Born shortly after Villa's 1982 European Cup triumph, he cherishes the club's highs and lows.

Looking Ahead to the Second Leg

Villa faces an uphill battle in the return leg at Villa Park. Will the royal presence inspire a comeback? Fans eagerly await another dramatic European night.

key moments from the match:

⚽ 1-0 (Rogers, 23') – Father and son celebrate wildly. ⚽ 1-1 (Mbappé, 52') – PSG level the tie. ⚽ 1-3 (Vitinha, 78') – Disbelief sets in for Villa supporters.

Images:

• Prince William and George celebrating Rogers' goal (Getty Images)
• The duo reacting to PSG's dominance (Getty Images)
• William hugging Villa players post-match (Getty Images)