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Jordan Reynolds and Miriam Burrell

Princess of Wales chats to 13-year-old footballer and coach during surprise Christmas tea party

The Princess of Wales met a teenage boy and his childhood football coach at a surprise Christmas tea party which will form part of her televised carol service.

A video has been released showing Kate meeting 13-year-old Rico and Russell Gray, 70, and discussing how Mr Gray has helped by building Rico’s confidence and allowing him to pursue his passion in football in Manchester.

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