John Stones' Prank Sparks Bumper Views Amid World Cup Thrills

The England defender’s clever joke on manager Thomas Tuchel goes viral with over 40 million views.

John Stones caused a stir during England's 3-2 victory over Mexico, as his playful prank in the changing room brought a chuckle to his teammates and relief to manager Thomas Tuchel. The moment quickly gained traction online, racking up more than 40 million views on social media.

In a light-hearted moment amid intense World Cup action, Stones appeared to suffer shoulder discomfort before raising his arm in apparent celebration after the drop of the ball. This prank came hot on the heels of Jordan Henderson's freak injury during post-match celebrations at the advertising hoardings outside the stadium. Both Tuchel and teammate Declan Rice initially raised concerns but quickly realized it was all part of the fun, with Stones joking about his shoulder condition during a post-match interview.