Princess Eugenie issues emotional new statement: 'My heart hurts'
Princess Eugenie says 'my heart hurts' in new statement
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Princess Eugenie has said her "heart hurts" in a new statement following England's devastating defeat to Spain.
The Princess of York, 34, watched England lose the Euros final at home with her husband Jack Brooksbank and sons, August and Ernest.
The royal took to social media with four photographs following the sad result, including that of Gareth Southgate, Harry Kane and Declan Rice.
Eugenie captioned the post: "Whilst it wasn’t the score we all wished for, I wanted to send a thank you to @england.
Princess Eugenie says 'my heart hurts' in new statementGetty"You united the whole country by making it to the final and you’ve done us all so proud.
"My heart hurts for all the players and staff @england but you're all legends to us and you have a mighty roar!!"
England lost to Spain 2-1 in the Euro 2024 final, with fans gutted Gareth Southgate's squad failed to bring the trophy home.
Eugenie's cousin Prince William and his eldest son, Prince George, travelled to Berlin to watch the match in person.
The Prince of Wales posted on social media following the game: "This time it just wasn’t meant to be. We’re all still so proud of you. Onwards @England. W."
The "W" indicated it was a direct post from Prince William, who co-runs the account with Princess Kate.
On Monday, the Prince and Princess of Wales took to social media with a new message, accompanied by a photograph of Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis wearing England shirts.
They wrote: "England, your teamwork, grit and determination were an inspiration to all of us, young and old. Congratulations to Spain. W & C."
Princess Eugenie photographed at a Premier League match at St James' Park, Newcastle in 2021
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Before the match, Eugenie, who appears to be a big football fan, wished the Three Lions good luck.
She posted: "Making our flags ready for the big game tonight - Let me know in the comments where you’re watching the game.
"Good luck @england you’ve made us all so proud. #euros."
Eugenie also wished the team good luck before the semi-finals, writing: "Throwback to a baby Augie. Wishing @england the best of luck tonight. #euros."