Prince William and Prince George were recently spotted attending a soccer match at Aston Villa’s UEFA Europa Conference League 2023/24 Quarter-final first leg match against Lille OSC while Kate Middleton undergoes chemotherapy for cancer. The father-son duo appeared cheerful as they were shown on camera chatting and enthusiastically clapping in the stands as Aston Villa scored the first goal of the night. Both William and George were dressed smartly for the occasion, with George sporting an Aston Villa scarf.
Prince William, a long-time soccer fan who serves as the president of the English Football Association, explained that he chose to support Aston Villa because he wanted a team that would provide him with more emotional rollercoaster moments, rather than following more popular football clubs like Chelsea or Manchester United. He praised Aston Villa for its great history and mid-table status, making it a unique choice for him.
The attendance of William and George at the match came shortly after Middleton announced her cancer diagnosis and her subsequent treatment through preventative chemotherapy. In her announcement video, Middleton shared that she had undergone abdominal surgery and was focusing on recovering from the major procedure before beginning her treatment. She highlighted the importance of communicating with her children, George, Charlotte, and Louis, about her condition in a way that was appropriate for them and reassuring them that she was going to be okay.
Prince George, the eldest child of William and Middleton, has siblings Charlotte and Louis, who are 8 and 5 years old respectively. The royal family has faced several health challenges recently, including Middleton’s cancer diagnosis and King Charles’ revelation of his own cancer diagnosis. Both Middleton and King Charles have taken a step back from their public duties to focus on their health, with Middleton continuing to work on her Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood’s campaign from home.
Throughout Middleton’s treatment journey, she has emphasized the importance of healing not just physically but also mentally and emotionally. She expressed gratitude for the support of her family, especially her children, and highlighted her determination to stay strong and positive during this difficult time. As she navigates her new reality with cancer, Middleton is focusing on her recovery and finding ways to stay connected with her family and continue her work in supporting early childhood development.
