Alarm in the national team camp: tornado disrupts Kansas again | OneFootball

Extreme weather conditions completely disrupted the routine of the Argentina national team in Kansas City ahead of its debut against Algeria at the 2026 World Cup. Due to alerts issued by the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS), the coaching staff led by Lionel Scaloni changed the team’s logistics and moved training up to 11:00 a.m., canceling the evening session scheduled for 6:00 p.m.

The Albiceleste delegation went through hours of चिंता when a severe storm broke out at night, triggering evacuation alerts on televisions and mobile phones. “Destructive windstorm in this area. Take shelter now,” the official messages said, interrupting the day just as the players were about to have dinner with their families after being given the afternoon off.

This is the second weather-related setback the squad has faced since its arrival, as just a few hours after settling in, a tornado caused damage in the area surrounding their hotel. On this occasion, authorities sounded street sirens starting at 8:00 p.m., and the tournament organization closed the FIFA Fan Festival five hours earlier than planned.

The NWS warned of advancing severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes and debris in nearby areas such as Independence, urging people to seek shelter indoors or in basements. Likewise, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reiterated recommendations to stock up on water, food, flashlights, and batteries. What is routine for local residents became a major source of concern and adaptation for the national team in the United States.

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