England fans were left stunned after spotting an unusual feature inside Inter&Co Stadium during the Three Lions’ 3-0 win over Costa Rica.
On June 10, Thomas Tuchel’s side cruised to a comfortable victory, with Anthony Gordon stealing the spotlight by contributing a goal and an assist. Declan Rice and Ollie Watkins also found the net as England wrapped up their final public outing before the 2026 World Cup.
England will now play a behind-closed-doors friendly before opening their World Cup campaign against Croatia in Dallas on June 17, with Ghana and Panama also awaiting in Group L.
Although the result was convincing, the match itself was delayed by an hour due to severe weather. Yet it wasn’t the storm that caught the attention of supporters.
During the first half, television cameras showed Rice preparing to take a corner, revealing a group of spectators sitting at dining tables right beside the pitch. The sight quickly sparked a wave of reactions online, with many fans questioning the matchday experience.
Some joked that the setup looked more like a restaurant than a football stadium, while others argued that having fans eating and drinking at tables near the corner flag hurt the atmosphere. Several supporters described the scene as another example of modern football moving away from traditional fan culture.
After the match, Tuchel praised his players for raising their performance levels, highlighting their intensity, commitment, and togetherness. The England boss said he was pleased to see the squad take another step forward and believes the team is building strong momentum ahead of the World Cup.
Tuchel also pointed to the positive influence of players arriving from club duty, the benefits of training in hot conditions, and the growing chemistry within the squad. He added that if England can maintain the same spirit, unity, and connection with supporters throughout the tournament, they will be in a strong position to enjoy a successful World Cup campaign.
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