England’s preparations for the 2026 World Cup were briefly disrupted after a magnitude 6.1 earthquake was felt across parts of Florida, where Thomas Tuchel and his squad are holding their pre-tournament training camp.

The earthquake struck off the western coast of Cuba on Monday evening, sending tremors across several areas of Florida, including Orlando, where the England team is currently based.

Although the epicenter was located more than 150 miles away, reports indicated that vibrations were noticeable in buildings and structures throughout the region. The unusual event caught residents, tourists, and members of the England camp by surprise.

Fortunately, no injuries or damage were reported at England’s facilities, and the team’s preparation schedule remained unchanged. Players and coaching staff were able to continue their work without interruption as they focus on the challenges ahead.

England are set to play their final warm-up match against the Costa Rica national football team in Orlando on Wednesday before turning their attention to their World Cup opener against the Croatia national football team on June 17.

Despite the unexpected scare, the mood inside the camp remains calm and positive. The earthquake has become little more than a remarkable story from the final days of preparation before football’s biggest tournament begins.

As England continues its quest for World Cup glory, the team will hope that any future shocks come from their performances on the pitch rather than from nature itself.

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