Queen Letizia and her daughter Princess Sofia will show their support for the Spanish women’s national soccer team by traveling to Sydney to attend Sunday’s World Cup final at Accor Stadium.
While King Felipe VI will remain in Madrid after his recent trip to South America, mother and daughter will represent the Royal Family in the stands at the stadium.
Their presence highlights the monarchy’s commitment to women’s sports and gender equality.
Queen Letizia and Infanta Sofia to travel to Sydney
Queen Letizia has attended women’s matches in all athletic disciplines on previous occasions.
She also bid farewell to the national team before their departure from the World Cup, praising their talent and inspirational role.
“I know that you are aware of the expectation that you generate, of the illusion that I hope you feel from so many people who support you, encourage you and love you. I wish you the best of luck and rest assured that you are going to those distant lands with the affection of an entire country, which is truly by your side,” said Queen Letizia during her visit to the Ciudad del Fútbol in Las Rozas.
At the farewell event, Letizia revealed that both Sofia and her older sister, Leonor, are following the team’s journey with interest.
Many speculated whether the teenage Sofia would also make the long trip to cheer on the final, given her passion for soccer.
Now confirmed, Sofia will travel with her mother to Australia despite the fact that she will soon begin her studies abroad.
The royal support aims to replicate the good fortune of the 2010 World Cup, when Princes Felipe and Letizia witnessed first-hand the historic victory of the Spanish men’s national team.
Letizia and Sofia hope to be a winning charm as the players compete for the trophy. Their presence highlights women’s soccer on the world stage and the monarchy’s commitment to progress.
If Spain emerges victorious, the cheers of the Queen and Princess will have served as motivation. Whatever the outcome, their attendance underlines the Crown’s commitment to equality and the promotion of women athletes.
