World Rugby and FIFA round robins explained
Field technicians of Labosport, Sports Labs and several other international testing institutes saw themselves being put to the test last…
“Our grass improves even during winter”
An assessment by the official German FA pitch consultant has shown that the grass of the Veltins Arena in Gelsenkirchen…
Dutch stadiums encouraged to invest in grass or hybrid pitches
As of this season, clubs in the highest Dutch football competition, the Eredivisie, can earn an incentive of up to…
Studies that will shape the future of non-filled systems
There is an uneasy silence around non-filled synthetic turf fields but, behind the scenes, FIFA, the industry and research institutions…
3G field design has to change radically
If 3G synthetic turf wants to survive the debate on environmental pollution, the design of this type of field must…
Danes question blame on polymeric infill
Is it correct to blame crumb rubber used in third-generation synthetic turf for being the biggest cause of microplastic pollution?…
UEFA Grow’s SRO on football estimated to be EUR 39.4 billion
UEFA has released the estimates of its UEFA Grow’s social return on investment model. the model puts a precise figure…
FIFA announces new quality standards
FIFA has announced the introduction of a Basic Quality standard for synthetic turf. A new standard for natural grass is…
NFLPA President says synthetic turf should be eliminated
JC Trerrer, a former player of the Packers and currently with the Cleveland Browns, argues that only grass fields should…
Equipment safety: practical guide to choosing football goals
Fixed, folding, for standard football games, seven-a-side or five-a-side: there are many types of goals available. All must comply with…