The final whistle in Istanbul last night secured Aston Villa their first major trophy in 30 years, but also unleashed an intensity of emotion in Prince William never seen before.
Red-faced, teeth clenched, fists shaking, the Prince threw himself into the air and bellowed to the heavens.
Between wiping away tears, he flung his arms around the gaggle of men in navy-blue smart casual who had watched the game alongside him from the box.
But who were his fellow fans, who enjoyed the unique experience of watching their side win alongside live commentary from a Windsor?
Some of the faces joining Wills in the box
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