Netherlands Criticize WWC Organization and Training Facilities
The Netherlands women's football team has criticized the amateurish organization of the Women's World Cup, expressing their disappointment and anger over the training conditions in New Zealand. Coach Andries Jonker raised concerns about the hard cricket pitch at the Bay Oval in Tauranga, fearing potential injuries to his players. Despite their complaints, the Dutch team will continue to train at the venue but have abandoned plans for full pitch practice. The Dutch football association had previously expressed concerns to FIFA and were promised that the pitch would be removed before their arrival.