Football Blackout at 3pm Frustrates Prince WilliamPrince William has voiced his frustration over the long-standing rule that prevents football matches from being televised in the UK if they kick off

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The Royal said he can't always make it to Villa Park for matches and the blackout stops him from watching his favourite club.

Prince William has said he finds the 3 p.m blackout rule "irritating" and is a hindrance to his Aston Villa fandom.

Fotball Association patron Prince William criticises the rules which stop football matches being televised on Saturday afternoons.