Nine people suffered non-life-threatening injuries in a shooting near England’s World Cup base camp in Kansas City, Missouri, on Saturday, only days before the World Cup begins in North America.
Police in Kansas City said no suspects were in custody following the incident. Authorities also confirmed that at least three of the injured people went to local hospitals for treatment.
The shooting took place about four miles from the Swope Soccer Village, where the England national football team squad plans to train during the tournament.
England had not yet arrived in Kansas City when the incident occurred. The team will first play a friendly against Costa Rica national football team in Orlando, Florida, on Wednesday before travelling to their tournament base.
An The Football Association spokesperson declined to comment on the shooting.
The incident comes as organisers continue final preparations for the World Cup across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Security remains a major focus for host cities as teams, officials and supporters begin arriving for the tournament.
Gun violence remains a significant issue in the United States. According to the Gun Violence Archive, the country recorded more than 400 mass shootings during 2025.
There is no indication that the shooting had any connection to the World Cup or to the England team. Police continue their investigation and have not announced any arrests.
