Oh dear, Arsenal! It seems even billionaire clubs can have plumbing problems. Atlético Madrid are reportedly fuming after a lack of hot water at the Emirates Stadium left them showering at their hotel after a training session ahead of their Champions League clash. Can you imagine?
No Hot Showers, No Glory?
According to reports, the Atlético Madrid staff alerted Arsenal to the issue at 18:45 BST. The Gunners, to their horror, realised the home dressing room had the same problem! The Spanish side cut their training short and headed back to their hotel for a much-needed warm shower. Spanish newspaper Marca reported the Atletico squad were 'angry' with the situation.
Arsenal Apologises, But the Damage Is Done
Arsenal apologised profusely for the inconvenience, and the issue was eventually resolved. However, the incident has raised eyebrows, especially considering Arsenal's status as a top club. It's the kind of thing you might expect to see in a family home, not a state-of-the-art stadium hosting Champions League matches!
Champions League Dreams or Cold Shower Nightmares?
Despite the shower saga, Arsenal have started their Champions League campaign strongly, winning their opening two games without conceding a goal. Let's hope this plumbing mishap doesn't dampen their spirits or give Atlético Madrid any extra motivation on the pitch. Perhaps Mikel Arteta needs to add 'plumbing maintenance' to his list of coaching philosophies. After all, a good shower is crucial for that perfect post-match hair!
- Arsenal apologised to Atletico Madrid for the hot water failure.
- Atletico Madrid trained at Emirates Stadium before the Champions League match.
- The issue was resolved, but not before causing significant inconvenience.