KCK police thank officers who protected Argentina during World Cup stay
Argentina brought the star power. Kansas City, Kansas, police handled the defense.
The Kansas City, Kansas, Police Department on Tuesday thanked the officers and partner agencies that helped provide security for Argentina’s national team during its six-week World Cup base camp in the metro.
Argentina trained at the Compass Minerals National Performance Center in Kansas City, Kansas, while staying in the area throughout the tournament.
They also helped protect teams from Switzerland, Austria, Tunisia, Ghana and Colombia during practices at Sporting Park.
The department credited law enforcement agencies, emergency management teams, first responders, Sporting Kansas City and the training facility for helping make the operation a success.
“From behind-the-scenes planning to around-the-clock security, this was truly a team effort,” the department said.
Police also thanked Argentina for allowing officers to play a small role in the team’s World Cup journey.
“To Argentina, thank you for allowing us to be a small part of your World Cup journey,” the department said. “We wish you the very best as you advance to the semifinals. ¡Mucha suerte!”
Argentina will face England in the World Cup semifinals Wednesday in Atlanta.
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