The Prince of Wales made a surprise appearance on the New Heights podcast with NFL stars Jason and Travis Kelce, where he made a major pledge regarding the FIFA World Cup and shared a candid confession about his father, King Charles .

During the wide-ranging conversation released Friday, William confirmed he would travel to the United States to support the England national team if they reach the World Cup final . When Travis Kelce asked if he would make the trip across the Atlantic for the championship match, William responded without hesitation: "Definitely. If we're in the finals" . He added, "See you both there for the final," directly addressing the Kelce brothers .

The episode, which also touched on American football and British culture, featured a royal introduction from Jason Kelce, who jokingly rattled off William's extensive list of titles . Laughing, the prince called the introduction "amazing" .

Royal Family’s Football Divide

One of the most striking moments came when the hosts asked if King Charles had inspired William’s passion for soccer—or "football," as the prince jokingly corrected them .

"Absolutely not," William replied. "My father hates football" . He explained that his love for the sport was not a family tradition but came from friends during his school years. "My family haven't got a particularly long history with football," he said . He credited childhood friends for taking him to his first match, a game between Aston Villa and Bolton in 2000, which sparked a lifelong devotion .

William has since become one of Aston Villa's most prominent supporters and has served as the president and patron of the English Football Association since 2010 . The Prince also shared his optimism for England's prospects at the current World Cup under manager Thomas Tuchel, noting he feels "quietly confident" about the team’s chances .

Recalling a Swift Encounter

The interview also revisited a memorable meeting at Wembley Stadium during Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in 2024, where William brought his children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte . Travis Kelce described the encounter as "one of the coolest moments ever," while Jason Kelce noted that meeting Princess Charlotte was a personal highlight . William reflected warmly on the occasion, mentioning that Charlotte especially enjoyed the experience .