Prince William prepares for FA presidency
Prince William visited Charlton Athletic FC today to prepare for his role as the new Football Association (FA) president, which he will take up in May.
William has been appointed president-designate and will take over the presidency from his uncle, the Duke of York, on 13 May.
The Duke has held the position for five years.
Geoff Thompson, chair of the FA, said: “The appointment of Prince William, initially as president-designate, means that over the next few months, the Duke can introduce him to the FA, its leadership, its staff and its many programmes and initiatives at home and around the world.”
William commented: “I am really excited to be taking up this role. Football is a game I love playing and watching. It is also the national sport and generates extraordinary passions among millions of people.
“I look forward to getting to know the FA well with the help of my uncle, and to understanding better the role the organisation plays in promoting the game at all levels.” Details: www.thefa.com
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