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Prince William convinced footballer to join Aston Villa during dinner with the Royal Family

March 2, 2026

Former Aston Villa striker John Carew disclosed that Prince William significantly influenced his decision to join the club in 2007. During a dinner with the Royal Family in Norway, Carew discussed football with William, who later invited him to England for an Aston Villa match, ultimately persuading him to make the move from Lyon.

Prince William convinced footballer to join Aston Villa during dinner with the Royal Family

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John Carew joined Aston Villa in 2007.
Prince William met Carew during a dinner in Norway.
The conversation focused solely on football.
William invited Carew to watch an Aston Villa match in England.
Carew was previously performing well at Lyon before the transfer.

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Prince William convinced footballer to join Aston Villa during dinner with the Royal Family

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Prince William convinced footballer to join Aston Villa during dinner with the Royal Family

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