Friday, June 13, 2025

Fun Freetime - World Cup Turf

 

The world’s top soccer clubs are heading to the U.S. this month for the very first time. While the spotlight might be on the players, the real MVP might just be the turf beneath their feet.

FIFA Club World Cup 2025 will showcase elite grass systems engineered for TV-perfect visuals, fast play, and speedy recovery. The first match is June 14.

Here’s how it will play out:

🧪 12 U.S. stadiums, 12 turf strategies, from synthetic blends to ultra-durable Bermudagrass

LawnStarter’s deep dive breaks down the exact grass types, tech systems, and groundskeeping routines used at each stadium, plus what homeowners can actually borrow from the pros for their own yards. 

Key Insights:

  • Not just any grass: Stadiums are using elite blends like Tahoma 31 Bermudagrass, NorthBridge, and custom bluegrass hybrids developed with major universities.

  • Turf meets tech: Think GPS-guided sand layers, 28 miles of heating pipes (at Lincoln Financial in Philadelphia), and grow lights to simulate sunlight under closed roofs.

  • What can homeowners learn? Many of these grasses are commercially available. The secret lies in preparation, drainage, and maintenance, not just seed choice. 

Read the full story here: https://www.lawnstarter.com/blog/sports-turf/fifa-club-world-cup-grass/

From hybrid fields cooled by sub-air systems to grow-light setups that fight off shady corners, each venue is a case study in modern turf management. 

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