PRINCE William last night told the Lionesses the nation was behind them in their quest for Euros 2025 glory today — and hailed their stunning fightbacks.
He delivered a stirring message to Sarina Wiegman’s warriors as they aim to become the first England team to win a tournament on foreign soil.
Wills, who will be in the stands in Basel for the final against Spain, said: “Good luck to the Lionesses tomorrow.
“The nation is so proud you are through to the final, after some stunning comebacks! We are all cheering you on!”
He will be hoping England avenge their World Cup final defeat to Spain two years ago — though he will be joined by Spanish heir to the throne Princess Leonor and younger sister Infanta Sofía.
Spain are the favourites today but fans believe England can pull off a stunning upset to land their second Euros in a row.
They nearly lost in the quarters to Sweden and the semi against Italy before supersub Michelle Agyemang, 19, helped haul us through in both.
Wills’ show of support was echoed yesterday by the Band of the Grenadier Guards, who played footie anthem Three Lions outside Buckingham Palace.
Basel’s 38,000 St Jakob-Park is a sell-out for the 5pm kick-off, while an estimated 16million people will watch live on BBC or ITV.
Celebrities also roared on the Lionesses last night, including BGT star Amanda Holden who said: “You can do it girls! The whole country is behind you and we are so proud. Bring it home.”
Loose Women’s Katie Piper added: “Good luck Lionesses! You’ve already inspired so many with your passion, teamwork and fight.”
England skipper Leah Williamson revealed the players know about the weight of expectation from home.
She said: “We’re very connected to what it means to the nation because it means the same to us.
“The opportunity of tomorrow and what’s on offer is the best thing in football — we have a chance to fight for the trophy.
“We recognise the opportunity and we’ll do everything we can to take it.”
Manager Sarina is the first female or male coach to reach five consecutive major tournament finals — two with the Netherlands and now three with England.
Sarina, who guided the Lionesses to their first-ever major tournament win when they beat Germany at Wembley in 2022, said: “We are happy we’re in the final and really want to win it.
“And we’re going to do everything to make that happen.”
Supporters back home are estimated to spend a staggering £183million on drinks, food and party items while pubs can stay open to 1am.
Fans have also been swarming into the Swiss city of Basel all weekend, including sports shop worker Kiri-Teegan Shirley-Smyth, 20, from London.
She said: “I’m going to party till Wednesday when we win.”
Aimee Jones, 16, from Portsmouth, arriving with her friend and their dads, said: “The players have been brilliant with their ‘Proper England’ attitude pulling them through. I’m sure they can do it again.”
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