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The flight ultimately took a grueling 16 hours due to a stopover in Morocco. Players were reportedly crammed into unsuitable seating arrangements. The layout of the airplane led to considerable discomfort, especially for taller athletes who struggled to find space. Some players even resorted to lying on the floor, waking up during the journey due to safety concerns raised by cabin crew regarding proper seating protocols.
One particular incident involved a player who, after experiencing severe discomfort, was reprimanded for lying on the ground. Such conditions not only hindered their recovery but severely affected their ability to perform at a high level shortly thereafter, with a match looming less than 72 hours later.