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The World Cup final kicks off on a controversial hybrid pitch—natural grass with synthetic fibers—designed to withstand heavy use but sparking debate. Some coaches praise its firmness, especially when wet, calling it smooth and ball-controlling, while players complain it’s brutally hard on muscles and feels alien compared to European turf. FIFA spent years perfecting it, adjusting moisture and firmness, even scheduling a 13-day break before the final to let it recover. With the grass set to be replaced by artificial turf for the NFL after the tournament, the pitch’s legacy is already in question—and the final could be its ultimate test.

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