A group of Villa fans will never have a pre-match drink like this one - when the future King of England joined them in a Birmingham pub

Whether it is losing his voice roaring them to a famous victory, or slumping with his head in his hands watching them crash to an agonising defeat, the Prince of Wales has taken centre stage during Aston Villa’s return to European football.

Prince William, the president of the Football Association, was in a cheerful mood as he watched his beloved Aston Villa triumphed in the Champions League.

The Prince of Wales appeared to be in high spirits tonight as he cheered on Aston Villa during a UEFA Champions League match against Celtic FC in Birmingham

Prince William experienced a night of high drama at Villa Park as his beloved Aston Villa secured a thrilling 4-2 victory over Celtic in the Champions League on Wednesday evening. The Prince of Wales was among the passionate supporters watching the Birmingham side continue their European campaign with an impressive win against the Scottish

Prince William was back in Birmingham on Wednesday to watch his beloved Aston Villa compete against Celtic FC.