Euro 2016: Roy Hodgson orders Fort Knox-style security and 7ft tarpaulin screening at England’s training base to stop being spied on
Three Lions manager concerned about opposition scouts snooping on their pre-game sessions in Chantilly
ROY HODGSON has ordered Fort Knox-style security at England’s training base.
The Three Lions manager is so concerned about opposition scouts spying on his training and tactics ahead of the Euros, he has demanded seven-foot tarpaulin screening around the entire perimeter.
The secluded spot north of Paris is now the most secure in the history of the national team at a major tournament.
Hodgson is fighting to save his job as he goes into his third championships with England.
And he is leaving nothing to chance after fears that Italy spied on his tactical sessions before the opening group game of the 2014 World Cup, which England lost 2-1.
The Three Lions coaching team believe the Italians watched their set-piece routines — and passed it on to their players before the defeat in Manaus.
And Hodgson’s stars such as skipper Wayne Rooney will no longer train in the stadium the day before matches as part of their preparations.
The FA insist this is simply a logistical issue — but the reality is that Hodgson does not want anyone to spy on his sessions inside the grounds.
England arrive in Chantilly this afternoon and will train at their base for the first time.
Hodgson has also warned Leicester ace Jamie Vardy that he will not tolerate any distractions during the tournament over his potential move to Arsenal.
He gave Vardy time off to get married after the 2-1 friendly victory over Turkey last month.
But England’s head coach has warned the striker there will be no more gifts once the squad meet up this morning.