During a recent episode of The Late Late Show, Prince Harry found himself in a light‑hearted exchange with host James Corden over a simple linguistic slip. When Corden referred to the sport as "soccer," the Duke of Sussex gently interjected, reminding the audience that the game is universally known as football outside of North America.
A Royal Correction Sparks Dialogue
The conversation quickly pivoted to Harry’s own sporting past. He recalled wearing the school colours from his first‑team debut and later moving to the E team, a trajectory that underscored his early passion for the physical side of the game.
The dialogue also touched on the recent World Cup semifinal, where England fell to Argentina. Rio Ferdinand, the former England defender, joined the chat and together they reflected on the narrow defeat, a moment that reignited a friendly rivalry over terminology between fans in the United Kingdom and the United States.
Though no longer competing on the field, Harry said he still follows the sport closely. He expressed disappointment at England’s loss, describing it as a "tough" exit, and hinted that the royal family’s interest in football remains as fervent as ever.