Salt Lake Stadium Pitch Prepared for International Football Friendlies
· Sports · Sportstar, NDTV Sports
The Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata underwent a month-long restoration to prepare its pitch for upcoming international friendlies against Brazil on October 3 and Uruguay on October 6. Turf expert Ivan Nascimento supervised the project after the Brazilian Football Confederation expressed dissatisfaction with the field's initial condition. The restoration focused on correcting soil unevenness, adjusting fertilisation, and trimming overgrown grass to meet international standards. The pitch last received major upgrades in 2017 for the FIFA Under-17 World Cup, but subsequent tournament use had degraded the surface.
Why it matters
The successful renovation ensures the stadium remains a viable venue for high-profile international matches, directly impacting the experience of players and fans in Kolkata.
Read the original report — Sportstar
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