Key Takeaways
- Atletico Madrid’s pre-match training at Emirates Stadium was disrupted by a hot water issue.
- Arsenal apologised to Diego Simeone’s team and quickly resolved the problem.
- Both clubs meet in the Champions League group stage on Tuesday night.
Arsenal Issue Apology to Atletico Madrid
Arsenal have issued an apology to Atletico Madrid after a plumbing problem disrupted the Spanish club’s training session at Emirates Stadium ahead of their Champions League clash on Tuesday night.
Atletico lodged a complaint after discovering that hot water was unavailable in both dressing rooms during their Monday evening session. Players were reportedly forced to return to their hotel to shower after training in rainy conditions.
The incident came just a day before Mikel Arteta’s side host Diego Simeone’s men in their third group-stage match of the competition.
Issue Resolved, but Atletico Leave Early
According to reports, the hot water issue was fixed within 40 minutes of Arsenal being notified. However, by the time repairs were completed, Atletico had already ended training early.
The Gunners apologised to Atletico’s staff for the inconvenience, reaffirming their commitment to maintaining UEFA’s stadium standards. While UEFA rules require hot water facilities for official matchdays, these regulations do not extend to pre-match training sessions.
Despite the mishap, Arsenal confirmed the matter was handled swiftly and assured both clubs that Tuesday’s matchday operations would run smoothly.
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Champions League Momentum
Arsenal enter the fixture looking to secure a third straight win in the group stage after defeating Athletic Club and Olympiacos in their opening games. Atletico Madrid, meanwhile, have experienced a mixed start — winning one and losing one of their first two matches.
Diego Simeone’s side, who recently earned a 5–1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt, will look to build on that momentum in London.
Ahead of the game, Arteta praised Simeone’s longevity and passion, calling him “extraordinary” for sustaining success over such a long tenure at Atletico.
Conclusion
While a minor plumbing fault created brief tension before the Champions League clash, both Arsenal and Atletico Madrid quickly moved past the incident. With emotions cooled and repairs complete, attention now turns to the football itself — as two of Europe’s most competitive sides meet at the Emirates on Tuesday night.
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