ENGLAND stars had their boots stolen from a van on its way to their Kansas City training base, according to shock reports.
Footballs and training equipment were also nicked during the transit from Florida to Kansas City in what has been described as a ‘huge heist’.
England players had their boots stolen from a van Credit: EPA
Training equipment and World Cup balls were also nicked Credit: Reuters
England had their pre-World Cup training camp in Florida where they beat New Zealand, Costa Rica and local outfit Miami United.
But with the squad flying to their team hotel on Saturday morning and set to train in the afternoon, their stuff was sent on ahead.
However, according to Daily Mail , staff are scrambling to find boots for their top stars.
It is claimed the equipment was loaded in West Palm Beach to make the journey to Swope Soccer Village.
But the report adds just one football remained in the load after the theft.
The England staff
SunSport have contacted the FA for comment.
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