The England national football team’s preparations in the United States were briefly disrupted after a powerful 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Cuba and sent tremors across Florida, including Orlando, where the squad is based.

According to reports from multiple outlets including talkSPORT and The Sun, the quake, described by the US Geological Survey as occurring at a shallow depth, was the strongest in the Gulf region in nearly 150 years. 

Members of the England national football team felt the shaking while staying in their training base in Orlando, with buildings across parts of the city temporarily evacuated as a precaution.

Despite the sudden disturbance, no injuries were reported among players or staff, and the squad has since been confirmed safe.

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The earthquake’s epicentre was located off the western coast of Cuba, but its shockwaves were felt across a wide area including Miami, Tampa, and even major tourist attractions such as Disney World.

The incident adds another unexpected layer to England’s World Cup build-up in the United States, where the team has already been focusing on warm-up fixtures and final preparations before the tournament begins.

Authorities confirmed there was no tsunami threat, and early assessments suggest no major structural damage in Orlando. Normal activity resumed shortly after the tremors passed.

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