Theft Strikes England’s Training Camp: Balls and Boots Stolen in Kansas City

England’s squad suffered a setback when key training gear went missing in Kansas City. Vehicles carrying balls, boots and other equipment were broken into en route to Swope Soccer Village before the team’s arrival on Saturday. Kansas City police are working with The Football Association to investigate the theft. Two arrests have been made so far as officers search for the stolen items. The incident could disrupt Thomas Tuchel’s preparations ahead of England’s World Cup opener against Croatia on Wednesday. The players are set for their first full training session on Sunday.

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