The King displayed his passing prowess during a visit to the iconic home of Tottenham Hotspur, drawing attention to the club's commitment to uplifting the local community. This visit coincided with preparations for a concert by international superstar Beyonce, who is set to grace the stadium in June.
During the event, Charles met with various local businesses benefiting from the club's initiatives and its partnership with the National Football League (NFL), which hosts games at the venue. The occasion saw the monarch indulging in some lighthearted activity as he tossed an American football under the watchful eyes of Efe Obada, the longest-serving British player in the NFL.
Among those present was Gina Moffatt, a former offender who turned her life around with assistance from the King's Trust, formerly known as the Prince's Trust. Moffatt has established a thriving restaurant in Tottenham, employing fifteen full-time staff. Expressing her excitement, she remarked to the King, "I'm so thrilled that you're back in Tottenham; the year is looking bright, and Tottenham Hotspur is doing remarkable things. We've got Beyonce coming, but you're bigger than Beyonce!"
This visit also served as a reminder of the King's previous engagement in the area in 2011, post the Tottenham riots, where he sought to listen to residents' concerns. During this recent tour, he engaged with students from the London Academy of Excellence Tottenham, a high-achieving sixth form linked to the stadium, and spoke with individuals who have benefitted from his charitable work.
On the pitch, he was greeted with rapturous applause from schoolchildren and was welcomed with an American football, courtesy of Obada. After Charles' attempt at throwing the ball, Obada commented, "I love the King's energy and the fact that he fully embraced the moment. While his throwing technique could have been refined, it was clear he was enjoying himself and the crowd's response was fantastic."