Three police officers to accompany 10,000 England fans at World Cup
UK police will send only three officers to accompany over 10,000 England fans at the 2026 World Cup in the US. This is a significant reduction from previous tournaments, as American authorities have declined to fund a larger police presence. Chief Constable Mark Roberts expressed concerns about the limited resources available for fan safety and monitoring.
- ▪Three police officers will accompany 10,000 England fans at the World Cup.
- ▪This is 37 fewer officers than were sent to the Euros in Germany two years ago.
- ▪American authorities have refused to provide funding for a larger police presence.
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