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Prince William ‘Will Travel to Istanbul to Support Villa in Europa League Final’

Matt Lucas said the prince confirmed he can attend after receiving an OBE, as Villa chase their first major trophy in 30 years.

  • On Tuesday, Prince William confirmed to actor Matt Lucas that he will attend the Europa League final in Istanbul on Wednesday, where Aston Villa will face Freiburg.
  • The Prince of Wales shared the news while receiving an OBE for services to drama at Windsor Castle, where the Little Britain star Lucas also received his honour.
  • Villa aims to lift its first major trophy in 30 years during this 2025/26 Europa League final; the club last won the European Cup 44 years ago, defeating Bayern Munich in Rotterdam.
  • A 4-1 aggregate victory over Nottingham Forest in the semi-final secured the club's path to the final, marking a significant milestone on the European stage.
  • Commentator Clive Tyldesley recently noted that William's support is "nothing manufactured," describing the team as "just about to enjoy, hopefully, a wonderful high." This dedication bridges the Royal family and the national sport.
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If today's Wednesday evening is the European League finale in Istanbul, Freiburg opponent Aston Villa has royal support: Prince William travels to Turkey to cheer up his favorite club.

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His favourite club Aston Villa plays against SC Freiburg in the final of the Europa League. Why he supports the team from Birmingham. Sometimes heirs are only men who perform like Rumpelstiltskin in the football stadium. Nice to see at Prince William when he hops around in the grandstand of Aston Villa and fevers with his favorite club. His fan-being has now reached a new quality, as the club stands in the final of the Europa League: Tonight Ast…

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Birmingham Mail broke the news in Birmingham, United Kingdom on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
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