England plans friendly against MLS side in Kansas City
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:07 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
England's national soccer team will hold a closed-door friendly match in Kansas City on Thursday, according to head coach Thomas Tuchel. The match serves as preparation during the World Cup as the team looks to maintain competitive form. Details about the opponent or additional logistics have not been disclosed. More information is expected closer to the event.
- •England will play a closed-door friendly in Kansas City.
- •The match is scheduled for Thursday.
- •Head coach Thomas Tuchel confirmed the details.
- •No information on the MLS opponent has been provided.
- 2:53 AMESPN Soccer — Sources: England eye mid-WC match vs. MLS side
"England will hold a behind-closed doors friendly in Kansas City on Thursday, head coach Thomas Tuchel has confirmed.
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