Prince William revealed that his father, King Charles, has a strong dislike for soccer, referring to it as "futbol." The Prince of Wales shared this sentiment during an appearance on the "New Heights" podcast with hosts Travis and Jason Kelce.
William, who is a supporter of Aston Villa, discussed his own engagement with the sport. He has served as the president and now patron of the English Football Association since 2010. He explained that his personal interest in soccer began through school friends and the pervasive soccer culture.
"My father hates futbol," Prince William stated on the podcast. He also noted that his family does not have a significant history with the sport.
During the podcast, William also expressed cautious optimism about England's chances in the World Cup, stating he would be in attendance if the team reached the finals. The conversation also touched upon the highly publicized relationship between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, with William acknowledging the event as a significant American cultural moment.
Prince William's appearance on the podcast occurred at a time when he was in the United States. He is not expected to attend the potential wedding of Swift and Travis Kelce in New York.