The organisers of the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro have responded to international criticism about delays in building new venues, saying they will deliver great Games. In a statement, they acknowledged there were issues to be resolved and progress had been made in the last two weeks.The Association Head of Summer Olympic International Federations accused Rio of not delivering on its promises at a news conference in Belek, Turkey saying that words are not enough. Rio will become the first South American city to host the Olympics. In June and July, Brazil will also be hosting the football's World Cup in 12 cities, including Rio.