A historic encounter unfolds at UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 as Prince William and Princess Charlotte share a heartfelt moment with Spain’s royal heirs during a thrilling final in Switzerland.
In a rare display of royal camaraderie and cross-cultural charm, Princess Charlotte of Wales enjoyed a special father-daughter day alongside Prince William at the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 final in Basel, Switzerland — an outing that culminated in a memorable meeting with future Queen of Spain, Princess Leonor, and her sister Princess Sofia.
Held on July 27 at the iconic St. Jakob-Park, the final match saw England’s Lionesses face off against Spain’s women’s national team in a gripping game that ended with England clinching victory 3-1 on penalties. But it wasn’t just the football that stole the show — it was also the behind-the-scenes meeting of young royals that captivated fans and royal watchers alike.
Prince William, attending in his official capacity as President of the Football Association, brought along his 10-year-old daughter, Princess Charlotte, who made her first public appearance at a Lionesses match. Prior to kick-off, the duo met Princess Leonor, 19, and Princess Sofia, 18 — the daughters of King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain.
Princess Leonor, heir to the Spanish throne, will one day become the country’s first queen regnant since Queen Isabella II. The moment marked the first public interaction between the future queens and reflected the strengthening of friendly ties between royal houses.
Photos released by Kensington Palace and the Spanish Royal Household captured the graceful meeting: Princess Charlotte shaking hands with Princess Leonor under the warm guidance of Prince William. A video montage shared across social media also showed the royals seated together, watching the match intently and later applauding the champions.
“Bring on the second half! May the best team win, @CasaReal!” Kensington Palace posted, highlighting the lighthearted and sporting spirit of the royal gathering.
Following the final whistle, Prince William joined UEFA officials on the field to congratulate both teams. He and Princess Charlotte later posted a joint celebratory message: “What a game! @Lionesses, you are the champions of Europe and we couldn’t be prouder of the whole team. Enjoy this moment @England. — W & Charlotte.”
The day not only underscored Prince William’s long-standing support for English football but also introduced Princess Charlotte as a young royal stepping into public life with grace, poise, and growing confidence.
It was a night of sport, diplomacy, and history in the making — as young royalty came together in a shared love for the beautiful game.
