Marta 'saddened' by conditions at Copa America
Briefly

Brazilian players criticized CONMEBOL and the Women's Copa América organizers for forcing teams to warm up indoors rather than on the pitch. This decision, aimed at protecting the playing field, has sparked frustration among players like Marta and Coach Arthur Elias. Marta highlighted the cramped conditions and the heat indoors, expressing the need for better organization. Elias noted that proper warm-ups are essential for player health. Midfielder Ary Borges called out disparities between men's and women's tournament regulations, underscoring ongoing issues in women's football administration.
"It's been a long time since I played in a tournament here in South America, and we were saddened by these circumstances. Athletes are expected to perform well and work hard, but we also have to demand a high level of organisation."
"We shouldn't have to demand that those responsible for football do their job, just as the players do on the pitch and I do as a coach. The issue of warm-ups worries me a lot. This is crucial for the players' health and for the match, because when both teams don't warm up on the pitch, they take longer to get going."
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