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Prince William has “learnt his lesson after the Lionesses snub”, according to a royal commentator, as he steps down from his role as President of the FA. The Prince of Wales was first appointed President of the FA in 2005 and has held the position for almost 20 years. The royal’s decision to step back from the role is motivated by his greater focus on new roles and responsibilities in Wales and as Duke of Cornwall. Prince William has now become Patron of the Football Association in a more scaled-back role. It comes nearly a year after the royal did not attend the Women’s World Cup final betwee…

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