During the Concacaf Champions Cup final in Mexico, Canada head coach Jesse Marsch claimed that players from the Vancouver Whitecaps were 'poisoned'. This follows a similar incident from the previous year when Columbus Crew players fell ill during their final. Vancouver reported that a significant number of their players and staff experienced gastrointestinal symptoms post-game. Marsch expressed his frustration, emphasizing that this raises serious concerns about player safety in such environments, while Whitecaps coach Sorensen downplayed the notion of intentional poisoning, indicating the need for a thorough response from Concacaf.
Marsch expressed his frustration over the health issues faced by Whitecaps players, labeling the situation as 'appalling' and emphasizing the need for better protection in such environments.
It's frustrating to witness another incident of MLS players falling ill in Mexico, as we saw with Columbus last year, indicating a troubling pattern.
Whitecaps coach Sorensen maintained that he doesn't believe the team was intentionally poisoned, suggesting a different perspective on the health concerns.
Concacaf's silence amidst these allegations raises questions about the organization's accountability in ensuring the safety of players during international competitions.
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