Football fan Prince George joins William to cheer on Aston Villa

Prince George enjoyed a nail-biting day out with his father the Prince of Wales to watch Aston Villa’s win against Nottingham Forest.

The nine-year-old football mad future king was seen in the stands with William and Villa chief executive Christian Purslow at Villa Park in Birmingham on Saturday.

Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest – Premier League – Villa Park
William and George react during the Aston Villa match (Joe Giddens/PA)

The first half remained goalless after 45 minutes, but George was ecstatic when Bertrand Traore scored for Villa three minutes into the second half.

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George celebrates a Villa goal (Joe Giddens/PA)

A last-minute goal in extra time from Ollie Watkins saw Villa land a 2-0 win, moving the team into the Premier League’s top six.

Young Aston Villa fan George is set for a key role at his grandfather the King’s coronation next month, when he serves as one of eight Pages of Honour during the ceremony.

Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest – Premier League – Villa Park
George and William react during the game (Joe Giddens/PA)

Five seats along from George in the stands was England manager Gareth Southgate.

Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest – Premier League – Villa Park
George chatting to William before the Premier League match (Joe Giddens/PA)

He was also there to see their devastating loss in the final to Italy on penalties.

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William and Kate with son George for the England v Germany match (Mike Egerton/PA)

The Wales family all support Aston Villa.

Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest – Premier League – Villa Park
The Prince of Wales with Prince George, Aston Villa chief executive Christian Purslow and England manager Gareth Southgate (far left) (Joe Giddens/PA)

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