England considers setting up two training camps across North America to prepare for World Cup heat and humidity challenges

As England prepares for the upcoming World Cup in 2026, officials are considering a unique strategy for their base camp arrangements.

According to Mail Sport, the national team is weighing the idea of using two separate base camps should they qualify for the tournament.

Preparing for Extreme Conditions

Thomas Tuchel’s squad may first set up at an “acclimatisation” centre to help players adjust to the potential heat and humidity they could face during the tournament.

This would allow them to prepare for the challenging weather conditions before transitioning to their main base camp for the remainder of the competition.

The World Cup will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, all of which offer a diverse range of climates.

Choosing the Ideal Base Camp

Three options are currently being considered for the location of the team’s base camp, with the most favoured choice being a facility located across the Atlantic.

This would provide a controlled environment where players can begin acclimatising to the intense conditions before the tournament officially kicks off.

Once the group stages begin, the team would move to their final base camp, which would ideally be a location where they could stay for the duration of the tournament.

While North America boasts a wide range of top-notch sporting facilities, finding a site that meets all the team’s needs could prove challenging.

A Comfortable, Conducive Environment

The ideal accommodation for the Three Lions would be a one-story facility, rather than a high-rise building.

The rationale behind this is to ensure that players like Harry Kane remain in a cohesive, friendly environment.

Having everyone on one level helps maintain a sense of togetherness, avoiding any isolation that might come from being spread across multiple floors.

A comparison can be drawn to Germany’s base camp during a previous tournament, where the team stayed at a luxury rural golf resort that was seen as the perfect setup.

A similar facility in North America would be the team’s ideal scenario.

Another possibility is moving from city to city for different stages of the competition, though this option is less desirable.

Location, Location, Location

While no final decision has been made yet, it’s unlikely that a choice will be reached until qualification is almost certain.

One possibility is setting up camp on either the east or west coast of North America.

However, a more central location is currently being favoured, as it would reduce long travel times between games, making logistics easier for the team.

The aim is to strike the right balance between convenience and location.

FIFA’s Draw and the Road Ahead

FIFA has announced that the World Cup draw will take place “late in 2025,” which will determine the geographical zones where teams will play their group matches.

However, preparations are already well underway, with every effort being made to ensure that the Three Lions are ready for the competition.

With their eyes on ending a 70-year wait for major international glory, the team is leaving nothing to chance.

FA Chief’s Salary Revealed

In other news, it has been reported that FA chief Mark Bullingham earned £1.32 million last year.

His salary of £869,000 was supplemented by a performance-related bonus.

The Football Association has defended the remuneration package, stating that Bullingham’s pay was “benchmarked extensively and independently” by PriceWaterhouseCoopers.

A spokeswoman for the FA added that the package was tied to performance, citing Bullingham’s leadership in helping the FA exceed ambitious targets both on and off the pitch.

With the FA’s turnover exceeding £500 million, comparable to a FTSE 250 company, the association emphasized that competitive remuneration is essential to attract top-level executives for such a key role.

What’s next for England’s World Cup preparations? Only time will tell.