MetLife turf under the spotlight ahead of World Cup final
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MetLife Stadium’s field, set to host the World Cup final, is drawing scrutiny after France beat Senegal on a surface some players described as dry and difficult to play on. FIFA has defended all 16 venues as in excellent condition, while the MetLife crew continues constant maintenance and irrigation between games ahead of six more matches, and a final-ready two-week window before July 19.
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