Nine injured in shooting near England team's World Cup base in US

Nine people sustained injuries in a shooting incident that occurred near the hotel and training facilities designated for the England national football team's preparation for the 2026 World Cup in Kansas City, Missouri.

The incident took place early Saturday morning, local time. Police responded to sounds of gunfire around 4:00 AM and found a large crowd dispersing. Three women received immediate medical attention at the scene, while six other victims sought treatment at a hospital. All injuries are reported to be non-life-threatening.

The shooting's proximity to the England team's base has drawn attention, highlighting public safety concerns in the United States ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico. However, the report clarifies that no England players were present at the location during the incident, as the team is currently training in Florida.

Authorities have not yet announced any arrests and are continuing their investigation to identify the perpetrator(s) and the motive behind the shooting. The incident underscores ongoing security challenges in the host cities for the upcoming global sporting event.