England's World Cup Travel Distance Dwarfs Rivals

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England's World Cup base camp in Kansas City has led to extensive travel, averaging 1,842 miles per game, far exceeding rivals like France and Norway, potentially impacting player performance.

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England's World Cup base camp in Kansas City has led to extensive travel, averaging 1,842 miles per game, far exceeding rivals like France and Norway, potentially impacting player performance.

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