"It definitely was one of my aims. I really wanted the opportunity and quite rightly the CBA, we want to be playing on grass fields. So that prohibited that from happening and this opportunity gives us the chance to do that."
"FIFA has strict requirements for the fields of play at the World Cup. So every stadium used across Canada, the United States and Mexico for this summer's World Cup will need to have similar grass fields."
The USWNT is set to play Japan on newly installed hybrid grass at Lumen Field, a significant change from the artificial turf that previously prohibited their return since 2017. The collective bargaining agreement in 2022 ensured equal pay and equitable playing conditions for the women's team, emphasizing the importance of grass fields. U.S. coach Emma Hayes expressed satisfaction with the record attendance for the game, highlighting the importance of suitable playing surfaces. FIFA mandates grass fields for World Cup venues, leading to the installation of grass at Lumen Field.
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