Princess Charlotte makes rare statement for Lionesses

Princess Charlotte and Prince William celebrate as England win the penalty shootout against Spain (Picture: Getty)

Prince Charlotte has signed off a royal statement with her name for the first time, praising the Lionesses for their Euros triumph.

The 10-year-old joined her dad in the stands in Basel, Switzerland, to watch England’s nail-biting penalties win over Spain to secure their second European cup in a row.

The statement, posted on the Prince and Princess’ of Wales X account, reads: ‘What a game! 

‘Enjoy this moment England. W & Charlotte.’  

Charlotte’s first initial has appeared on at least two previous messages issued from the account but it’s the first time she’s signed one off with her full name.

Leah Williamson and Keira Walsh lift the UEFA Women’s EURO trophy after the win (Picture: Getty)

The princess was pictured in various states of emotion as the tense game went on, at one point clasping her face in her hands after Spain took the lead with the first goal in the 25th minute.

She was seen throwing her fists up as Chloe Kelly scored the decisive penalty following two crucial saves from goalkeeper Hannah Hampton.

Prince William and FA Chair Debbie Hewitt then shared a double high-five over Charlotte’s head, who was applauding and smiling.

The 10-year-old was also seen leaning forward to chat to Crown Princess Leonor of Spain, 19, and her sister Princess Sofia, 18.

The win sparked massive celebrations in pubs and viewing parks around the UK, as well as a torrent of praise for the Lionesses from public figures.

Sir Keir, posting moments after the victory, said: ‘Champions! Congratulations Lionesses – what a team. What a game. What drama.

Charlotte shared the nation’s nerves as England went 1-0 down in the first half (Picture: Getty)

‘You dug deep when it mattered most and you’ve made the nation proud. History makers.’

William was among the first to congratulate striker Michelle Agyemang on being awarded young player of the tournament, shaking her hand on the pitch.

Agyemang, 19, had made only one appearance for England before the tournament, and played only 138 minutes of the competition.

But she scored crucial late equalisers in the quarter-final against Sweden and the semi-final against Italy.

Spanish midfielder Aitana Bonmati was named player of the tournament, while her teammate Esther Gonzalez was top scorer with four goals.

The Lionesses will attend a Downing Street reception today followed by a victory parade in central London tomorrow.

Celebrations, which began with captain Leah Williamson and teammate Sarina Wiegman cutting a cake, were reportedly still well under way at 4am.

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