Atlético Madrid has filed a formal complaint with UEFA. The issue stems from no hot water in showers at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium after a rainy training session.
Players trained under heavy rain. They expected warm showers afterward. Instead, facilities lacked hot water entirely.
The club alerted stadium staff upon arrival. Staff failed to resolve the problem promptly. Atletico departed for their hotel.
Arsenal issued an apology later. They fixed the plumbing by evening. However, the delay outraged the Spanish side.
UEFA received the complaint hours before the match. No immediate response came from the governing body. Investigations may follow.
Sources confirm the session occurred on Monday. The Champions League clash happens on Tuesday. Tensions rise ahead of kickoff.
Atletico views this as poor hospitality. Regulations require proper facilities for visiting teams. Breaches could lead to fines.
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Arsenal maintains it was a technical glitch. They acted swiftly once notified. Past incidents include similar complaints elsewhere. Yet, this stands out due to the weather conditions. Players risked chills post-training.
Officials monitor the situation closely. Outcomes could set precedents for stadium standards. Fans watch for developments.
Atletico Madrid’s UEFA complaint over no hot water at Emirates Stadium after rainy training sparks outrage, forcing players to use hotel showers before Arsenal clash.
