2026 World Cup: English players' balls and boots stolen

Author: Edinam Franck DeflyPublished on: June 13, 2026Country: England

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2026 World Cup: English players' balls and boots stolen

During the 2026 World Cup, the balls and boots of English players were stolen. The incident occurred as the team was preparing for the tournament. Local authorities are investigating the theft. The theft disrupted the English team's preparation.

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