EVERTON U18s didn’t just have to contend with the heat and attacking football of teams from across the globe at the Dallas Cup – they also had to avoid a tornado.

The young Blues were staying 40 miles from a tornado that wreaked havoc in Texas, and had to keep informed on updates as the twister made its way across the state.

But they still found time to unwind in between their games, which took place at Dallas FC’s stadium, by watching an authentic rodeo and also a live NHL ice hockey game.