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MetLife Switches to Grass; France Beats Senegal 3-1

6/21/2026

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  • MetLife Stadium installed a temporary grass field for the tournament, replacing its artificial turf.
  • France began the World Cup with a 3-1 win over Senegal, with Adrien Rabiot playing and assisting the second goal.
  • Rabiot said the pitch felt artificial while Vinicius Junior noted it dried quickly after Brazil's 1-1 draw with Morocco.
  • The venue will host England's match against Panama on 27 June and the final on 19 July.