Coach Tuchel in an unusual role. Some players also enjoyed a special program with him

Pulse Sports Team 12:24 - 19 June 2026

A baseball game at the Kansas City Royals stadium, part of Major League Baseball (MLB), had a special guest. England's national football team coach, Thomas Tuchel, threw out the ceremonial first pitch for the home team's game against the St. Louis Cardinals.

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Alongside the German coach, players Dan Burn, Djed Spence, and Harry Kane also attended the game directly at the stadium. “Great day off with the lads at the baseball. I’d love to try being a batter one day. Thanks for having us,” DPA quoted Kane as saying.

England kicked off their World Cup campaign in the USA, Canada, and Mexico with a 4-2 victory over Croatia. Thomas Tuchel's squad will face Ghana next on Tuesday, June 23rd, at 10:00 PM CEST, as part of Group L.