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Welsh football still silent over new patron appointment

The Football Association of Wales (FAW) is yet to make a decision on who, if anyone, should occupy the role of patron previously held by Queen Elizabeth II.

Following the late Queen’s death in September 2022, the FA in England appointed the Prince of Wales as patron, stepping into the role previously held by his grandmother in July 2024.

A petition in 2023, calling for “no more Royal patronage” of FAW, attracted 1,883 signatures, amid demands for a “respected citizen of Wales… to unite our nation”.

BBC Wales understands FAW has discussed whether it needs a patron at all, royal or otherwise. A spokesperson on behalf of the association declined to comment.

The 2023 petition was launched by former Plaid Cymru police and crime commissioner for north Wales, Arfon Jones.

It called upon the FAW to “discontinue their discussion about the appointment of a Royal Patron to the Association”.

“What the FAW needs is a patron who is passionate about our nation and who will promote Welsh football at all levels, and is a well-known and respected citizen of Wales,” the petition stated.

“The person chosen should seek to further unite our nation, and not be a divisive figure as royal patrons so often are.”


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