England’s soccer team members were advised to take cover following a tornado alert in Kansas City on Saturday evening. The team had recently moved to Kansas City from Miami as part of their preparations for the upcoming match against Croatia. The players were in the middle of an open training session when the local authorities issued a warning about an impending severe thunderstorm with potentially destructive 80 mph winds. Fans hoping to attend the FIFA Fan Festival had to change their plans due to the closure of the venue as a precaution against the strong winds. Despite the weather disruptions, England’s training schedule was adjusted, with the team still set to practice at Swope Soccer Village later in the day. The entire Kansas City metro area remained under a tornado watch until late in the evening, causing power outages and safety concerns for residents and visitors. The adverse weather conditions also affected the broadcast of the Scotland vs. Haiti World Cup match as the game had to be called off. This incident adds to the challenges faced by England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following a recent theft at their training base. Despite these setbacks, Thomas Tuchel’s team is gearing up for their upcoming matches against Croatia, Ghana, and Panama in Group L.