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Sep 30
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The Secret Science of the Perfect Pitch:...

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Dive into the unseen world of elite football pitches! We reveal the groundbreaking technology and rigorous FIFA testing that creates the perfect playing surface. From shock absorption to ball bounce, discover how science, not luck, enables pinpoint passes and jaw-dropping goals from players like Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland. This is the story of the unsung hero that guarantees skill and magic will always prevail on the pitch.


FIFA football turf, synthetic grass, football pitch technology, FIFA Quality Pro, sports surface science



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