Brazil’s Antony complains that air conditioning system at stadiums causes illness

Brazil look intimidating after the first two rounds, and especially their forward line, packed with some sublime players like Neymar, Richarlison, Vinicius Jr, Gabriel Jesus and Antony.The last one, the Manchester United winger, has had some health issues since the tournament kick-off. Now, the Brazilian forward claims the air conditioning inside Qatar’s World Cup stadiums has been making him and other members of the Brazil squad ill.Sandro injured, Brazil with a second team against CameroonThe air conditioning works via a series of nozzles around the edge of the pitch that shoot out cold air at different angles and at different speeds to cover as much of the playing area as possible.The 22-year-old, who missed two of Brazil’s training sessions during the World Cup, has suggested the stadium air conditioning has impacted his health and other members of Tite’s team.Another favorite books a Top 16 place: Casemiro’s screamer secures a win over the SwissWhen speaking about his fitness, Antony said to ESPN Brazil:”It was a bit difficult. I ended up having a bad feeling there for a few days, and that complicated me a bit.”I’m recovering well and getting 100 per cent. It was more of a sickness, throat. It was the air conditioning (in the stadiums).”Not only me, but other players also had a cough and a bad throat. It’s very difficult for me to get sick, but I’m happy to be an important part of the team. Whenever you need Antony, I’m available.”##NAJAVA_MECA_6854007##Antony was brought on as a substitute during Brazil’s 1-0 victory over Switzerland that saw them qualify for the knockout stages of the World Cup.Brazil will play Cameroon in their final Group G fixture this Friday.

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