England's final World Cup warm-up delayed after Florida storm floods pitch

England's final World Cup warm-up against Costa Rica at Orlando's Inter&Co Stadium was delayed after a tropical storm flooded the pitch and forced organisers to push back kick-off. Images from the ground showed water pooling on the playing surface as a heavy downpour disrupted the final logistics of Thomas Tuchel's pre-tournament preparations.

England's account said the match will now kick off at 10pm (UK time), subject to there being no further lightning strikes. Safety became the immediate concern when lightning strikes were reported near the stadium, and large screens urged fans who had arrived early to take shelter and avoid open areas.

Local warnings remain in place as staff work to drain the surface, and the evening schedule stayed in flux despite officials' optimism that the friendly will be completed.

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