England team gear stolen in World Cup heist days before Croatia opener

• England team equipment reportedly stolen just hours before training.
• Missing items include boots, training gear, and match balls.

The England national team camp has been hit by an unusual security incident after equipment was reportedly stolen just hours before a scheduled training session.

According to reports, the missing items include players’ boots, coaching staff equipment, and official training balls, with only one ball left inside the camp.

The incident has triggered an urgent response from police and relevant authorities, who are working to recover the stolen gear or provide replacements to avoid disruption to preparations ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Officials are also reviewing security arrangements at the camp as the team continues its training schedule.