West Ham players prepare for World Cup
BBC Sport · 2026-06-08 · archive
Hammers duo Tomas Soucek and Edson Alvarez feature in World Cup warm-up games.
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West Ham United midfielders are currently intensifying their training for the upcoming World Cup through international participation. Tomas Soucek and Edson Alvarez have both participated in recent friendly fixtures intended to sharpen national teams before the tournament officially commences. These exhibition games serve as a critical opportunity for the pair to gain match rhythm and integrate into their respective tactical setups on the world stage. As the global competition draws closer, the involvement of these key first-team players underscores the level of international talent within the current squad. Their fitness and form during these preparatory stages remain a primary focus ahead of the group phase.
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