England will play a behind-closed-doors friendly in Kansas City on Thursday, head coach Thomas Tuchel confirmed. The match takes place during the World Cup group stage.
Friendlies during tournaments are unusual, as most teams focus entirely on official group-stage matches. England's behind-closed-doors fixture in Kansas City provides a preparation opportunity away from media scrutiny during their campaign.
Tuchel has confirmed the match is part of England's World Cup preparations. The friendly will allow the team to assess squad form and fitness during the tournament.
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