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The Scientific Quest for Perfect World Cup Pitch

NY Times · Jun 13, 2026, 1:32 PM · Also reported by 1 other source

Every match must be played on natural grass that gives players as consistent a surface as possible, no matter the venue. Cue the years of sod studies.

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