Thousands of England fans have packed into the Arena AufSchalke in Gelsenkirchen to see whether the team’s Euro 2024 dreams will continue.

The Three Lions are taking on Slovakia in the Round of 16, with Gareth Southgate’s team hoping to progress to the quarter-finals.

However, one big England fan was notable for his absence, with there being no sign of Prince William.

The future king was absent as the national anthem played ahead of the must-win game.

Amongst his titles and position, the heir to the throne is the President of the FA.

Earlier this month, the Prince of Wales was seen shaking hands with the King of Denmark when England faced them in their second group stage game.

The Prince was seen talking cordially with Frederick X ahead of the match, which ended with a 1-1 draw.

It has been a busy few weeks for William, who met American singer Taylor Swift following her performance in London last week.

The Prince and two eldest children, Prince George and Prince Charlotte, went backstage to meet the star after her perfomance at Wembley.

Swift, who is currently on her Eras tour, was keen to meet the future monarch, according to reports – having first met him in 2013.

The winner of England vs Slovakia will face Switzerland in Dusseldorf on Saturday.