Stormy weather has hit the England squad in Kansas City, with a tornado warning forcing the team to take shelter just days before their World Cup opener against Croatia. The severe storm, characterised by lightning, thunder, and torrential rain, brought regular programming on local TV stations to a grinding halt, as warnings blared across downtown Kansas City.
The city's fan festival was shut down early, with the England team seeking refuge indoors alongside manager Thomas Tuchel and his coaching staff. This latest setback follows a string of mishaps that have plagued their preparations in Kansas City - including the theft of training equipment, much of which has since been recovered.
It's not the first time the weather has disrupted the squad's plans, with a thunderstorm forcing a one-hour delay to their final warm-up friendly against Costa Rica in Florida. But this tornado warning brings a new level of concern, casting a shadow over England's build-up to their Group L opener.
While other Home Nations are making waves on the pitch, with Scotland securing a historic 1-0 victory over Haiti to top Group C, England's turbulent preparations have raised questions about their ability to bounce back from adversity. Will they be able to put aside the off-field issues and get back on track?
Scotland's crucial three points could prove the difference-maker in their quest for a deep run in the tournament - but for England, it's now crunch time. Can they regroup and refocus ahead of their crunch match against Croatia, or will the tornado warning be the final nail in the coffin for their World Cup hopes?