Sources: England may play MLS side in mid-World Cup friendly

England's football team is planning a behind-closed-doors friendly match against Sporting Kansas City to maintain match fitness during the World Cup. Coach Thomas Tuchel also confirmed that Trevoh Chalobah has replaced the injured Tino Livramento in the squad.
Why it matters
Managing player load and squad depth is critical for national teams during the intense schedule of a World Cup tournament.
England will hold a behind-closed doors friendly in Kansas City on Thursday, head coach Thomas Tuchel has confirmed.
The article provides factual updates on team logistics and squad changes.
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