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Spanish side angered by unprofessional Emirates incident on eve of Group Stage showdown

The bizarre reason Atletico Madrid has filed a UEFA complaint against Arsenal

Tensions are already rising ahead of Tuesday night’s highly anticipated Champions League group stage clash between Arsenal & Atletico Madrid scheduled for 19:00 GMT after the spanish club lodged official complaint over what they described as unacceptable treatment at the Emirates Stadium

According to Spanish outlet Marca, Atletico’s players were left furious on Monday evening when they discovered that there was no hot water available in the away dressing room following their final training session in London.

The incident occurred despite heavy rainfall during the latter part of the session leaving players soaked and forced to return to their hotel to shower.

The Spanish club reportedly asked Arsenal’s stadium staff to resolve the issue immediately but no action was taken prompting Atletico officials to file formal complaint to UEFA.

Reports described the situation as unprofessional and disrespectful just 24 hour before crucial European fixture.

The controversy adds fuel to already intense matchup. Arsenal currently sit 6th in the Champions League standings with 6 point while Atletico Madrid are 10 with 4 point making Tuesday’s encounter potentially decisive for both sides qualification hopes.