Prince George's Uncle Mike Tindall Says the Young Royal 'Loves His Football,' Reveals His Favorite Team

Mar. 15, 2025

Mike Tindallshares a love of football with his nephewPrince George.

“George loves his football. I’ve played numerous times in the garden with him,” Mike, 45, told the outlet. “He’s passionate about [Premier League team] Aston Villa, too. Wherever he is, he’ll sit down and watch that game.”

Mike Tindall and Prince George in 2023.Sharon Moore/Bav Media/Shutterstock

Sharon Moore/Bav Media/Shutterstock

Mike also noted that George’s entire family is passionate about sport. “They’re just a family who love sport.Catherine loves her running,” he said, referring toKate Middleton.

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George’s interest in football is evident. The young royal’s father,Prince William, took him to hisfirst match in 2019to seeAston Villa take on Norwich City.

In April 2023, the pair were photographed at Villa Park in Birmingham, England,watching Aston Villa play Nottingham Forest.

Prince William, 42, shared earlier this year that his eldest son is"loving" watching Aston Villawhile attending a game against French team Lille on April 11. More recently, the two attended theFA Cup final at London’s Wembley Stadiumin May to watch Manchester City face off against Manchester United.

Prince George and Prince Williams react during a game in July 2024.Jean Catuffe/Getty

Jean Catuffe/Getty

“George loves scuba diving. He’s 11 years old. We took him under thinking he would freak out. He absolutely loves it. It’s just introducing him to the world of water,” the Prince of Wales said, perHello!.

source: people.com