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'Tired of being humiliated' - Three Argentina players walk out on women's squad due to series of 'injustices'

Goalkeeper Laurina Oliveros, defender Julieta Cruz, and midfielder Lorena Benitez announced on their respective social media handles that they have pulled out of the Argentina squad ahead of two international friendlies scheduled against Costa Rica. The players expressed their frustrations over what they describe as ongoing "injustices", lack of recognition, and "humiliating" treatment by the Argentine Football Association (AFA).

WHAT HAPPENED?

"We reached a point in which we are tired of the injustices, of not being valued, not being heard and, even worse, being humiliated," Cruz wrote on Instagram."We need improvements for Argentina's women's soccer national team, and I am not only talking about finances. I speak about training, having lunch, breakfast."Goalkeeper Oliveros added on the same platform: "With a broken heart and thousands of dreams disappearing little by little. May the next generations enjoy and be happy running after the football, as we were some time ago."

WHAT CRUZ SAID

Both Cruz and Benitez detailed specific grievances regarding the inadequate provisions during training sessions - as <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/story/_/id/40230942/trio-quits-argentina-women-soccer-team" target="_blank">ESPN</a> reports. They mentioned receiving just a ham and cheese sandwich and a banana as meals during their rigorous training camps, which they argue is insufficient for high-performance athletes. Moreover, the players highlighted the AFA's decision not to compensate them for the friendly matches against Costa Rica simply because the games were being held in Buenos Aires. Benitez also pointed out another troubling aspect: their family members have been asked to pay 5,000 pesos ($5) for entry tickets to the stadium for the two matches.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Estefania Banini, who also withdrew from the national team last year after citing similar issues, voiced her support and said: "A matter of time. Thanks for being willing to speak about it."

DID YOU KNOW?

The Argentine Football Association has not issued any comments regarding the players' decisions to leave the squad. The silence from the AFA has only fuelled speculation and concern about the internal issues plaguing the women's team. As the nation continues to celebrate its men’s World Cup success in 2022, it is imperative that equal attention and resources are dedicated to uplifting the women's game, ensuring that future generations can compete on a level playing field and pursue their dreams without facing the problems experienced by their predecessors.

WHAT NEXT FOR ARGENTINA?

'Tired of being humiliated' - Three Argentina players walk out on women's squad due to series of 'injustices' | Goal.com

Three players from the Argentina national women&apos;s team have walked out on the squad, citing significant grievances over pay and working conditions.