The Prince of Wales, who is the Football Association’s president, will sit in the Royal Box for the match between Manchester City and Manchester United from 3pm.
But last week he hailed Villa for qualifying to play Champions League football next season, praising their ‘historic season’ and ‘amazing achievement’.
Posting on his Kensington Royal X account, William wrote: ‘We are Champions League! A historic season and an amazing achievement. Thanks to Unai, the whole squad and everyone at @AVFCOfficial. Can’t wait for next season. #UTV! W.’
UTV stands for ‘Up The Villa’, while the ‘W’ is for ‘William’ and denotes that it was a personal message written by the Prince, who shares the account with his wife Kate.
The Prince is a lifelong fan of the Premier League team and has watched several matches this season, sometimes also taking along his son Prince George.
