Pitch perfect: Developing natural grass for the World Cup
- FIFA rules state that World Cup matches must be played on pitches with natural grass.
- For this year's tournament, where some matches were scheduled in stadiums with artificial turf, special varieties of grass were required to withstand playing conditions and differing climates.
- Conor Knighton examines how scientifically-engineered sod was deployed, sometimes in domed stadiums, to ensure resiliency under the demands of World Cup competition.
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- FIFA rules state that World Cup matches must be played on pitches with natural grass.
- For this year's tournament, where some matches were scheduled in stadiums with artificial turf, special varieties of grass were required to withstand playing conditions and differing climates.
- Conor Knighton examines how scientifically-engineered sod was deployed, sometimes in domed stadiums, to ensure resiliency under the demands of World Cup competition.
Sources: CBS News