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Prince William heralds 'united voice of football fans' that saw off European Super League threat and calls for lasting change to 'secure the future health of the game'

Prince William has backed plans to reform football to 'secure the future health of the game'.

The Duke of Cambridge said he was glad the 'united voice of football fans' had blocked a breakaway European Super League – and stressed the importance of using the moment to bring about change.

The prince's second intervention in three days came as ministers and Premier League bosses looked to tackle the influence of the richest clubs in England.

Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden hinted that owners would be reined in by the creation of an Ofcom-style regulator, which could be called 'Ofball' – or perhaps 'Ofside'.