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Coaches Demand Urgent Pitch Upgrades for World Cup

6/29/2025

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On "The Football Reporters" podcast, James Olley voiced concerns over the poor pitch quality at the Club World Cup in the U.S. Arsene Wenger recognized the problem but promised enhancements for the 2026 World Cup. Coaches like PSG's Luis Enrique stressed that subpar facilities are stifling the beautiful game, calling for urgent upgrades.

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On "The Football Reporters" podcast, James Olley voiced concerns over the poor pitch quality at the Club World Cup in the U.S. Arsene Wenger recognized the problem but promised enhancements for the 2026 World Cup. Coaches like PSG's Luis Enrique stressed that subpar facilities are stifling the beautiful game, calling for urgent upgrades.