The match between Venezuela and Argentina for the South American Qualifiers towards the 2026 World Cup was delayed to start.
This is because the playing field of the Maturín Monumental Stadium was completely flooded.
The commitment had to have started at 04:00 pm (Venezuela time). However, The arbitration panel delayed the process because the ball was not circulating on the grass.
Sources close to the Venezuelan Football Federation (FVF), consulted by NTN24, maintained that “The game did not start on time due to the accumulation of water that was evident on the playing field, caused by the strong storms.”
In the run-up to the expected duel, the broadcast cameras captured the moment in which Lionel Scaloni, coach of Argentina, said: “You can’t play like that.”
Despite the situation, the game started 30 minutes later than scheduled, Thanks to the work of the logistics of the meeting, those who drained part of the water that permeated the grass.
On the matter, Several followers of ‘La Vinotinto’ and ‘La Albiceleste’ reacted on social networks.
“This match It looks like water polo”“Even if there is heavy rain, these types of issues can be avoided with good planning”, “I don’t think that playing like this, with that humidity and puddles, favors either team”, were some of the comments collected. on various digital platforms.
Venezuela and Argentina meet on matchday number 9 of the Conmebol qualifier.
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