England Stars Encounter Luggage Mishap at Birmingham Airport Before Euro 2024 Campaign
England’s national football team, the Three Lions, experienced a chaotic start to their Euro 2024 campaign as their clothes were left scattered on the tarmac at Birmingham Airport before their departure to Germany. The team, led by manager Gareth Southgate, was preparing for their opening match against Serbia when clumsy airport staff rushed to pick up the luggage that had fallen onto the runway.
White t-shirts and black hoodies were seen strewn across the ground before being loaded into the hold of the plane. Baggage handlers struggled to keep the bags from leaning out of trolleys, while cardboard boxes were stacked precariously and appeared to be getting crushed. In one unfortunate incident, a suitcase toppled onto the floor, and a baggage handler even stepped on a white t-shirt.
This luggage mishap adds to the woes faced by Birmingham Airport, as holidaymakers have been experiencing lengthy waits and queues extending outside the terminal. Some confusion seems to have arisen from passengers mistakenly believing that a new 100ml liquid procedure has been implemented. In reality, Birmingham Airport introduced a £60 million “state-of-the-art” security hall in May that allows travelers to carry liquids of up to two liters. However, this new system is still awaiting approval. As a result, one in five bags failed to pass security checks, leading to delays ranging from 20 to 70 minutes.
Despite the airport mishap, the England squad made their way to the five-star Weimarer Land Spa and Golf resort after landing in Erfurt Weimar Airport. This luxury venue boasts football pitches, 45 golf holes, a gym, spa, swimming pool, treatment and conference rooms, as well as a games area and two Michelin-star restaurants. The players can indulge in various activities and relax before their crucial matches.
Adding a touch of novelty to their stay, the England stars will be served by a robot named Robbie at the resort. Robbie, resembling the famous WALL-E character, is part of the 160-strong staff at the vast 350-acre leisure site in Blankenhain, Germany. Sporting a Germany shirt with the name Kehrbart and the squad number 24, Robbie assists in the restaurant, collecting dishes from guests. Equipped with flashing blue eyes, Robbie speaks German phrases like “Excuse me” and “Please let me get on with my work.” It remains to be seen if the England team will request a change in Robbie’s appearance to reflect their own team spirit.
Despite the initial luggage mishap and airport confusion, the England squad is now settled in their luxurious accommodations and ready to kick off their Euro 2024 campaign against Serbia. With their high-profile training base and the assistance of a robotic waiter, the Three Lions are geared up to give their all on the pitch and make a strong impression in the tournament.