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Soccer-Nine injured in shooting near England's World Cup base camp

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Posted on June 7, 2026

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· Last updated: June 7, 2026

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Nine Injured in Shooting Near England's World Cup Training Base in Kansas City

Incident Overview and Context

Details of the Shooting

June 7 (Reuters) - Nine people sustained non-life-threatening injuries in a shooting near England's World Cup base camp in Kansas City, Missouri, on Saturday, days before the tournament is due to kick off. 

Police Response and Victim Status

Kansas City police said there were no suspects in custody and that at least three of the shooting victims were transported to local hospitals.

Proximity to England's Training Base

The incident occurred roughly four miles from where England are set to train at the Swope Soccer Village. England have not arrived in Kansas City and are due to play a friendly against Costa Rica in Orlando, Florida, on Wednesday.

Official Reactions

A spokesperson for the FA declined to comment.

Gun Violence in the United States

Statistics and Broader Context

Gun violence is common in the United States, where there were more than 400 mass shootings in 2025, according to the Gun Violence Archive.

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Amy Tennery in New York, additional reporting by Lori Ewing)

Key Takeaways

  • Nine people sustained non-life-threatening gunshot injuries in a shooting near England’s 2026 World Cup base in Kansas City, Missouri, occurring around 4 a.m. Saturday morning. (aa.com.tr)
  • The incident happened approximately four miles from Swope Soccer Village, the training site selected for England’s preparations. (africasoccer.com)
  • Gun violence remains a serious concern in the U.S.; in 2025 there were around 408 mass shooting incidents with approximately 358 fatalities and 1,843 injuries, according to California DOJ data summarizing Gun Violence Archive figures. (oag.ca.gov)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many people were injured in the Kansas City shooting near England's World Cup base?
Nine people sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the shooting incident.
Were any suspects apprehended in connection with the shooting?
Kansas City police said there were no suspects in custody following the incident.
How close did the shooting occur to England's base camp?
The shooting occurred roughly four miles from where England will train at the Swope Soccer Village.
Has England's soccer team arrived at the base camp in Kansas City?
England have not yet arrived in Kansas City and are scheduled to play a friendly in Orlando first.
Is gun violence common in the United States?
Yes, gun violence is common in the U.S., with over 400 mass shootings reported in 2025.

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