Nigeria, June 13 -- England's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have suffered an unexpected setback after training equipment destined for the team's base in Kansas City was reportedly stolen before the squad's arrival.

According to several reports including the BBC, vehicles transporting equipment to England's training camp at Swope Soccer Village were broken into on Friday night, prompting an investigation involving local law enforcement and the Football Association (FA).

While authorities are still working to determine the full extent of the theft, training balls and football boots are among the items feared to have been taken.

England manager Thomas Tuchel and his squad were scheduled to arrive in Kansas City on Saturday afte...