NEWS BRIEF: Fake grass at stadium could hinder Atlanta’s World Cup bid
Artificial turf may grass Atlanta’s FIFA bid
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If Atlanta wants a serious shot at hosting the 2026 World Cup, one big change will need to be made: the artificial turf on the field at Mercedes-Benz Stadium will have to be replaced with real grass. Soccer chiefs at FIFA stipulate any World Cup playing surface must consist entirely of natural grass. That could be a problem for the Benz as a potential venue because the building’s extreme height doesn’t allow sufficient sunlight for the grass to grow. ajc.com
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Official home of the Atlanta Falcons and the Atlanta United FC, Mercedes-Benz Stadium serves as an icon that elevates and enhances the downtown landscape of Atlanta. Every feature at Mercedes-Benz Stadium has been designed with the fan in mind.