King Charles Visits Tottenham Stadium, Celebrates Community Impact and Throws American Football
February 12, 2025
Ledley King, a club ambassador, expressed appreciation for the King's visit and highlighted the community work being done by the club.
The visit concluded with King Charles shaking hands with numerous well-wishers outside the stadium, showcasing his positive reception in the community.
Among those he met was Gina Moffatt, a former offender who now runs a restaurant, humorously stating that the King is 'bigger than Beyoncé'.
King Charles also met with Spurs captain Heung-Min Son and women's captain Bethany England, discussing the team's current struggles in the Premier League.
King Charles III visited Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on February 12, 2025, to celebrate the charitable work being done in the local community.
During his visit, the King engaged with young people supported by The King's Trust, which he founded in 1976, and celebrated their personal success stories.
The visit was organized in partnership with Tottenham Hotspur F.C. and the National Football League (NFL), highlighting the socio-economic impact of the football club.
He watched a demonstration by participants in The Huddle Project, a youth program aimed at promoting access to football and NFL Flag games.
The King participated in throwing an American football, which elicited mixed reviews on his technique but positive feedback on his enthusiasm.
As a parting gift, the King received a replica of Tottenham's original golden cockerel statue and an American football from Super Bowl LIX.
Since the stadium's opening, local small businesses have reported a 25% increase in revenue due to the events hosted there.
The stadium attracts over 1 million visitors annually for non-football events and has invested £5 million in educational initiatives since 2023.
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BBC News • Feb 12, 2025
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BBC News • Feb 12, 2025
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