Prince Harry was quizzed on England’s World Cup heartbreak as he walked the pink carpet for the TIME100 Sports activities Gala in New York Metropolis on Thursday evening.
The Duke of Sussex joined the likes of LeBron James, Lindsey Vonn, Jalen Brunson and different sporting royalty for the glitzy occasion in New York.
After arriving on the gala, Harry – who was with out his spouse Meghan Markle – was requested if he was unhappy after England misplaced to Argentina within the World Cup semifinals.
‘In fact!’ the 41-year-old told Page Six. He was in New York after being named among the many 100 Most Influential Individuals in Sports activities 2026. He was acknowledged within the ‘Leaders’ class.
England threw away a 1-0 lead within the dying moments of Wednesday’s semifinal in opposition to bitter rivals Argentina in Atlanta.
The Three Lions have been overwhelmed 2-1 after Lionel Messi impressed a dramatic late comeback for the defending champions.
Prince Harry walked the pink carpet on the TIME100 Sports activities Gala in New York Metropolis on Thursday
The Duke of Sussex mentioned he was ‘unhappy’ after England’s World Cup heartbreak in opposition to Argentina
Harry is pictured alongside US soccer star Folarin Balogun throughout the occasion in New York
Harry’s older brother, Prince William, beforehand posted on social media that he was ‘gutted’ after Thomas Tuchel’s workforce fell wanting a primary World Cup remaining in six a long time.
‘England, you gave it every little thing and we’re all so happy with you,’ he wrote. ‘Thanks to everybody on and off the pitch, for an unbelievable match.
‘The combat and perception you might have proven has impressed us all… essentially the most full England workforce in a match,’ he continued. ‘Maintain your heads excessive.’
Throughout the second half of a tense World Cup showdown in Atlanta, Anthony Gordon put England 1-0 forward after 55 minutes.
Tuchel’s aspect held that benefit till 5 minutes from time earlier than Enzo Fernandez netted a long-range equalizer.
Then, in harm time, Lautaro Martinez headed residence to safe Argentina’s place in Sunday’s remaining in opposition to Spain in New York.
Twenty 4 hours on, Harry was pictured hanging out with sports activities stars resembling Brunson – who just lately led the New York Knicks to the NBA championship – and US soccer star Folarin Balogun.
Earlier this month, Harry headed again to the UK for a five-day solo go to. He was not joined by Meghan or their kids Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet as a consequence of ongoing safety issues.
The Duke of Sussex was joined on the gala by New York Knicks celebrity Jalen Brunson
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Harry was honored by TIME for his work with the Invictus Video games, the worldwide sporting occasion for wounded, injured or sick servicemen and ladies.
‘Sport held me collectively,’ he instructed TIME. ‘I used to be a type of children in school who didn’t take pleasure in classroom work.
‘If it wasn’t for the sports activities area, and the quantity of sports activities that have been on supply, there is not any method I might have stayed in class.’
Subsequent summer time’s Invictus Video games shall be held in Birmingham, UK, and can characteristic 550 opponents from round 25 international locations.
