King Charles has cheekily urged England to avoid ‘more penalties drama’ for the sake of the nation’s stress levels – as he and Prince William congratulated the Three Lions on reaching the Euro 2024 final.

In a message to Gareth Southgate’s side following England’s historic 2-1 win against the Netherlands, Charles sent the players the royal family’s ‘very best wishes’ and ‘warmest congratulations’.

The King joked about England’s recent ups and downs, warning fans about their blood pressure for the final against Spain.

He said: ‘My wife and I join all our family in wishing you the warmest congratulations on reaching the final of the U.E.F.A. European Championship – and in sending our very best wishes for Sunday’s match.

“If I may suggest securing victory before any last-minute wonder-goals or penalty drama, it would surely alleviate the stress on the nation’s heart rate and blood pressure!”

‘Good luck, England.’

It comes after more drama in the semi-final after Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins scored a 90th-minute winner to send them through to their first Euros final on foreign soil.

The Three Lions fell behind after seven minutes to a Xavi Simons strike but a controversial Harry Kane penalty, awarded by VAR, brought the scores level 10 minutes later.

The Prince of Wales, who is a Villa fan, also congratulated England and singled out Watkins for praise in a message on social media.

He said: ‘What a beauty, Ollie! Congratulations England! #EURO2024 Finalists.’

It is understood William, who is president of the Football Association, is likely to travel to Berlin for the final on Sunday. 

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, who was able to watch some of the game while attending a Nato summit in Washington DC, has confirmed he will attend Sunday’s final in Berlin.

In a post on X, he said: ‘What a game @England and what a winner. Berlin here we come!’

He also suggested football was coming home following England’s semi-final win.

At an Oval Office meeting with US President Joe Biden, Sir Keir was asked if football was coming home, and said: ‘It looks like it.’

‘It’s because of the Prime Minister,’ Mr Biden replied.

As England prepares for the Euro 2024 final against Spain, the nation is buzzing with excitement and nerves. King Charles himself has cheekily urged the team to secure victory without the need for any last-minute wonder-goals or penalty drama. His message, filled with humor and support, reflects the hopes and fears of fans across the country.

The recent semi-final match against the Netherlands was a rollercoaster of emotions for fans, with Ollie Watkins scoring a dramatic 90th-minute winner to secure England’s spot in the final. The Prince of Wales, a proud Aston Villa fan, couldn’t contain his excitement and took to social media to congratulate the team and highlight Watkins’ crucial contribution.

With the final just around the corner, anticipation is building not only in England but also among top figures such as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and President of the Football Association, Prince William. Both are looking forward to the showdown in Berlin and are confident in England’s abilities to bring the trophy home.

The support and encouragement from key figures like King Charles, Prince William, and Sir Keir Starmer only add to the excitement and pressure as England gears up for the final. Fans are hoping for a historic victory that will be remembered for years to come.

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Source: USA Today