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France Star Slams "Artificial" World Cup Pitch
17 Jun
Summary
- Adrien Rabiot described the pitch as feeling like artificial turf.
- The New Jersey stadium will host the World Cup final.
- Vinicius Junior also complained about the dry, sluggish pitch.
France midfielder Adrien Rabiot expressed dissatisfaction with the turf at the New York New Jersey Stadium following his team's 3-1 win against Senegal. Rabiot stated the pitch felt "more like an artificial surface," describing it as hard and rigid. This venue is scheduled to host the World Cup final on July 19.
Rabiot's comments echo those made by Brazil's Vinicius Junior after his team's 1-1 draw with Morocco. Junior had also complained about the pitch's dry conditions, which he said contributed to a "very sluggish" match. The stadium, located across the Hudson River from New York City, is designated to host a total of eight World Cup matches.
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