MEMBERS of the royal family have been spotted in the crowd of the Lionesses’ victory parade in London. The royal was seen celebrating the England side’s win at the Euros alongside her family as the Lionesses’ victory parade made its way down The Mall.
Princess Beatrice was seen alongside her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzie, their two daughters, Sienna and Athena, and Edoardo’s son from a previous relationship, Christopher. Baby Athena, who was born prematurely in January, was strapped to her dad in a baby carrier during the celebrations.Sienna, three-years-old, was seen waving an England flag in celebration of the Lionesses victory over Spain.
The family blended into crowds in casual dress as they stood against barriers erected down The Mall. Beatrice wore a white jumper and a floral dress while her husband dressed in a shirt and black baseball cap. The Lionesses were cheered on by thousands both on the pitch and during their victory parade.
They retained their Euros title after a nail-biting penalty shootout in Basel, Switzerland on Sunday.
Buses carrying the victorious squad travelled down the street, led by the Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Portsmouth. They were flanked on either side by cheering fans waving flags including Princess Beatrice and her family.
Manager Sarina Wiegman danced alongside Burna Boy on stage before Leah Williamson lifted the trophy high in the air to huge cheers. Beatrice and her family were seen cheering and celebrating amongst the crowds as the busses passed them. Three-year-old Sienna was enjoying a sweet treat during the cheery day out with her parents.
Christopher was spotted climbing the barrier a bit to get a better view as the victorious team passed by him. The family were all smiles as the parade carried on down The Mall, seemingly enjoying the atmosphere.
Beatrice is the elder daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah, Duchess of York. She is niece to King Charles III and granddaughter to the Late Queen Elizabeth. Beatrice Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi was born fifth in line to the throne but is now ninth.
Several Royals including heir to the throne Prince William and his daughter were seen at the match that saw the Lionesses defend their Euros title.