The grounds staff at the Arena Amazonia stadium in Manaus, Brazil, which hosted the opening World Cup game featuring England against Italy, said that the pitch has been "painted green" amid concerns about its poor condition, according to reports.

Brazilian jungle turf reportedly painted green amid unsuitable conditions

The grounds staff at the Arena Amazonia stadium in Manaus, Brazil, which hosted the opening World Cup game featuring England against Italy, said that the pitch has been “painted green” amid concerns about its poor condition, according to reports.


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