Prince William heckled with anti-monarchy chants at Aston Villa vs Celtic Champions League match
TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Jan 31, 2025, 05.15 PM IST
Prince William, the Prince of Wales, was met with anti-monarchy chants from Celtic supporters during Aston Villa’s Champions League match on Wednesday night.
During the game at Villa Park, Celtic fans chanted, "If you hate the Royal family, clap your hands." According to the Telegraph, some also sang "Lizzie’s in a box," referring to the late Queen Elizabeth II. In response, Aston Villa supporters sang "God Save the King."
A banner in the Celtic supporters' section appeared to reference Michael Fagan, the man who entered Queen Elizabeth II’s bedroom in 1982.
The match saw further incidents as a green flare was set off in the away section, which could lead to a fine from UEFA. There were also clashes between fans in the stands.
Earlier this month, he also traveled to Monaco to watch Aston Villa play in the Champions League.
During the game at Villa Park, Celtic fans chanted, "If you hate the Royal family, clap your hands." According to the Telegraph, some also sang "Lizzie’s in a box," referring to the late Queen Elizabeth II. In response, Aston Villa supporters sang "God Save the King."
A banner in the Celtic supporters' section appeared to reference Michael Fagan, the man who entered Queen Elizabeth II’s bedroom in 1982.
The match saw further incidents as a green flare was set off in the away section, which could lead to a fine from UEFA. There were also clashes between fans in the stands.
Prince William watches Aston Villa’s victory
Prince William, an Aston Villa supporter, attended the match as his team won 4-2 and secured a place in the last 16 of the Champions League. He was seen celebrating Villa’s goals.Earlier this month, he also traveled to Monaco to watch Aston Villa play in the Champions League.