Coach Vizcarrondo demands commitment from La Vinotinto players

Oswaldo Vizcarrondo, the coach of Venezuela's national football team, known as La Vinotinto, has firmly stated that commitment to the national team must be the top priority for all players. Speaking ahead of the team's match against Turkey, Vizcarrondo stressed that players need to demonstrate a genuine desire to be part of the squad and understand their responsibilities.

"The player must want to be there and know how to be there, as one must also know how to say 'present'," Vizcarrondo declared. He underscored that beyond financial considerations, footballers should be driven by a desire for self-improvement and to elevate La Vinotinto's standing. The coach expressed frustration when players prioritize club commitments over national duty, stating, "It often disrupts my work when they want to put a club situation above their country."

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The player must want to be there and know how to be there, as one must also know how to say 'present'.

This stance comes as Venezuela prepares for friendly matches against Turkey on June 6 and Iraq on June 9. The situation is highlighted by the recent announcements of Eduard Bello and Eric Ramírez, who will not be attending the call-up due to commitments with their respective clubs. Bello, an winger for Atlético Nacional, is set to play in the Colombian league finals, while Ramírez, a forward for Carabobo FC, will participate in the Liga Futve finals.

Vizcarrondo acknowledged that the team's process is in its early stages and expressed confidence that results will help players better assimilate his methods. He also touched upon team dynamics, stating that while players often feel comfortable communicating in the same "jargon," leadership must emerge from within the locker room. The coach values players who demonstrate character and contribute positively to the team's environment, drawing on experiences from past tournaments like the FIFA Series and other friendly matches.

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It often disrupts my work when they want to put a club situation above their country.