Fans and athletes alike have spoken out against the Prince of Wales for his decision not to attend the England Women's World Cup final in Australia as the Lionesses face Spain
The Prince of Wales' decision has united fans and celebrities alike who had branded the absence as "ridiculous" and a "shame."
"However this should have been pencilled in his diary from day dot, after we won the Euros and qualified for the World Cup." Broadcaster Jon Sopel also said it was "inconceivable" that William, who is president of the FA, and the PM would not travel if it was the men's team playing. The prince, joined by his daughter Princess Charlotte who was clutching a football, said: "Lionesses, we want to send you a huge good luck for tomorrow, we're sorry we can't be there in person but we're so proud of everything you've achieved and the millions you've inspired here and around the world.It is understood William made the decision not to go because a trip to Australia would involve flying across the world for a very short period of time.
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