'Let's bring it home!' England squad receives good luck wishes ahead of Euro final
The Prince of Wales has urged England men’s football team to “go out there and show the world what you’re made of” ahead of the Euro 2024 final.
William, who is president of the Football Association (FA), will attend the Three Lions’ match against Spain in Berlin on Sunday.
In a social media post on Saturday, he said: “We are so proud of you all England, just one last push to finish the job!“Go out there and show the world what you’re made of. We believe.”
The prince attended England’s quarter-final victory over Switzerland a week ago and the group stage game against Denmark, and was seen cheering in the stands.
The Prince is not the only one wishing the England squad good luck ahead of their clash with Spain.
In a letter from 10 Downing Street, Sir Keir Starmer said the England squad were in the final because of their “graft and hard work” and stressed the whole country was behind them.
He wrote: “On behalf of the whole nation, I wanted to wish you all the very best ahead of today’s final.
“You should all be proud of what you’ve achieved so far, and I hope you can take some strength from the millions at home kicking every ball alongside you.
“You don’t need a running commentary from a politician on what you should or shouldn’t do.
“You’re here not because of luck, but because of your graft and hard work. You’ve earned it. As you did three years ago, you’ve made the country proud.
“Whatever happens, you should know that you have united the country, and we are all
behind you."
Famous faces from the world of entertainment have also passed on their well-wishes.
Dame Joan said in an Instagram post: “Happy Sunday! Waking up to excitement and anticipation that England will bring it home tonight! Good luck boys!”
Mel C encouraged the crowd to sing along to the classic England anthem (Instagram/@melaniecmusic)
Spice Girl Mel C shared a video of her leading a rendition of the football classic song Three Lions at Pub In The Park at Reigate as she sent her support.
The singer, who was wearing a Beckham England shirt in the clip, added: “Let’s enjoy our day supporting the boys, come on lads, bring it home!”
On his Instagram Story, singer Olly Murs shared his journey as he travelled from England to Berlin to watch the match on Sunday.
In a clip shared from his flight, he could be seen joining in with the rest of the passengers in a rendition of the Three Lions chant.
The England team also received support from the across the Atlantic as US pop star Katy Perry gave her backing as she wrote on X, formerly Twitter: “FOOTBALL IS COMING HOME” alongside a Union flag.
The Lionesses, who triumphed at the Euros in 2022, also wished the men's team good luck ahead of their game
Striker Lauren Hemp said: "I don't think we need to give them advice, and obviously we're all rooting for them and we wish them the best of luck going into the weekend."
England coach Sarina Wiegman, who is Dutch, said: "I just wish them all the best. In England they would say: 'Let's bring it home.'"
The King also sent a message of support, requesting that the squad "secure victory before the need for any last minute wonder-goals or another penalties drama."
"I am sure the stresses on the nation’s collective heart rate and blood pressure would be greatly alleviated," he added. "Good luck, England".
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