2 Texas men charged after England team gear stolen en route to Kansas City for World Cup base
Two Texas men have been charged with a felony for stealing equipment belonging to the England national soccer team while it was in transit to Kansas City. The stolen items, valued at $18,000, were recovered by police, and the suspects face up to seven years in prison.
Why it matters
The incident highlights security concerns for high-profile international sporting events and the swift legal response to protect visiting teams.
Two men have been charged with one felony count each of receiving stolen property late on Saturday (June 13, 2026) after England s national team discovered that some of its equipment had been stolen while The Three Lions were moving from their pre-training base in Florida to their World Cup base camp in Kansas City.
The article reports on criminal charges using official statements from prosecutors and police.
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