King Charles begs England team to avoid 'another penalties drama' in Euros final
ok.co.ukKing Charles III sent the winning Three Lions team a message of congratulations following their semi-final win against the Netherlands in the Euro 2024 match tonight (Wednesday, July 10).
Gareth Southgate's team secured a 2-1 victory over their rivals after Ollie Watkins scored the winning goal in the final minutes of the match.
It was the first time England have qualified on foreign soil for a major tournament final, leaving fans - and the royal family - elated.The King's very personal message 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." It continued: If I may encourage you to 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 concluded it with "Good luck, England.", signing off as Charles R.
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