King Charles sends message to England after 'utterly despairing' defeat to Spain in Euro 2024 final
King Charles has issued a message to England and Gareth Southgate following their heartbreaking defeat to Spain.
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King Charles has issued a message to England and Gareth Southgate following their heartbreaking defeat to Spain.
England suffered a narrow but devastating 2-1 loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 final on Sunday evening.
Gareth Southgate's team conceded a late goal as Spain won their first major title in 12 years.
The result means England have lost back-to-back Euro finals under Southgate.
King Charles has issued a message to England and Gareth Southgate following their heartbreaking defeat to Spain.
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The King issued a public message to the England manager following the defeat.
The monarch said: "Mr. Gareth Southgate O.B.E.
"Although victory may have eluded you this evening, nevertheless my wife and I join all my family in urging you and your support team to hold your heads high.
"All those who have participated in sporting activities at any level will know how utterly despairing such a result can feel when the prize was so near - and will join me in sending heartfelt sympathy, even as we congratulate Spain.
The King issued a public message to the England manager following the defeat.
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"But please know that your success in reaching the European Championship final is a really great achievement in itself, and one that brings with it the pride of a nation which will continue to roar for the Three Lions today – and in the many triumphs which I have no doubt lie ahead.
"Charles R".
Prince William and Prince George attended the Euro 2024 final in Berlin on Sunday evening.
The Prince of Wales and his eldest son watched on as England battled bravely against a dominant Spanish team.
Despite going a goal down within minutes of the second half, England looked to have found a way back into the game when substitute Cole Palmer equalised with a strike from outside the box.
Prince William and Prince George attended the Euro 2024 final in Berlin on Sunday evening.
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The Prince of Wales issued a statement on social media following the bruising defeat.
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However, Spain hit back in the 85th minute and Southgate's squad could not find an answer in the remaining amount of time.
The Prince of Wales issued a statement on social media following the bruising defeat.
William wrote: "This time it just wasn’t meant to be. We’re all still so proud of you. Onwards @England. W"
Prince William is the President of the Football Association and attended three England matches this summer including the final.