Prince William Weighs U.S. World Cup Trip With Prince George, Palace Says No Public Plans
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Updated · Fox News · May 20
Prince William Weighs U.S. World Cup Trip With Prince George, Palace Says No Public Plans
8 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 20
Royal-watcher speculation has centered on Prince William possibly traveling to the U.S. for the FIFA World Cup, potentially with Prince George in what would be the first known U.S. visit by two future kings together.
England’s World Cup match is scheduled for June 27 in New Jersey, and William’s role as Football Association president has fueled expectations he could attend, possibly tying the trip to America’s 250th-anniversary events.
Kensington Palace pushed back on the reports, saying there are currently no public plans for a U.S. trip, while leaving open the possibility of a private family visit outside formal royal duties.
Any family travel would face royal protocol because direct heirs are generally barred from flying together after age 12, meaning Prince George—who turns 13 in July—would likely need a parent accompanying him separately.
The rumors come after King Charles and Queen Camilla’s April U.S. visit and Kate Middleton’s recent Italy trip, which commentators say have revived talk of a broader royal soft-power push abroad.
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