Eberechi Eze and Bukayo Saka Attend Spanish Grand Prix Ahead of England's World Cup Preparations

England internationals Eberechi Eze and Bukayo Saka were among several high-profile footballers who attended the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona on Sunday, June 1, 2025. The visit was part of a team-bonding initiative led by England manager Thomas Tuchel, as the squad prepares for upcoming World Cup qualifiers. 

The players arrived at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, where they explored the paddock area, interacted with fans, and visited various F1 team garages. Eze was seen enjoying hospitality with McLaren, while Saka, along with teammates, posed for photos with race teams including McLaren, Red Bull, and Mercedes.  

However, Saka made headlines when he declined to participate in a live interview with Sky Sports presenters Simon Lazenby and former F1 champion Nico Rosberg. When approached, Saka responded, "I don't like to say," prompting Rosberg to comment, "He's not very friendly."  

The England squad's attendance at the Grand Prix precedes a week-long training camp in Girona, Spain, aimed at acclimating players to warmer temperatures similar to those expected in the 2026 World Cup host countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. England is set to play a World Cup qualifier against Andorra at Espanyol's stadium in Barcelona, followed by a friendly against Senegal in Birmingham.