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England national football team's equipment stolen ahead of World Cup training

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England Men's Football Team Hit by Equipment Theft Ahead of World Cup Qualifier

Two suspects have been taken into custody by the Kansas City Police Department after England's match boots, official tournament balls, and training equipment were stolen while being transported from Florida to their training camp in Missouri.

The England men's national football team has reported the theft of their match boots, official tournament balls, and training equipment during a transit from Florida to their training camp in Kansas City, Missouri.

The Kansas City Police Department is investigating the incident and has confirmed that two suspects are now in custody.

England's first training session at Swope Soccer Village is scheduled for Saturday afternoon. The Football Association has declined to comment on the situation.

The team is set to face Croatia in their opening Group L match in Dallas on Wednesday.