William backs UK women's football 2035 World Cup bid

The tournament would be the first world cup hosted in the country since 1966. 

Governing body Fifa is almost guaranteed to award the competition to the UK, with president Gianni Infantino saying earlier this year it is the only "valid bid" received, but a final vote is set to take place next year to confirm the venue. 

Posting on X, William said there were "exciting times ahead!" 

The prince is a passionate football fan and patron of the FA. 

Earlier this month he was pictured celebrating smashing a penalty in Rio de Janeiro's world-famous Maracana stadium with a group of high-fiving youngsters.