This Wednesday, March 15th, Conmebol made two important announcements. The first was that the Mexico-USA-Canada 2026 qualifiers will begin this September. The second was that the game from the previous qualification process is retained for the next. Thus, the Peruvian team will face six appointments in 2023, three of which will do so as locals. However, the Bicolor will not be able to receive Brazil, Argentina j Venezuela at the National Stadium in Lima.
What happened? According to journalist Gustavo Peralta, the national stadium for the U-17 World Cup, which will be held in our country this year, will be renovated. Because of this, the Bicolor will play their home games at the Monumental ‘U’ Marathon Stadium. Among the modifications that the Colossus on José Díaz Street will undergo, it stands out that it will have a hybrid field. But what does this kind of grammar consist of? HERE we tell you.
What is hybrid grass?
Hybrid grass is a type of grass that was used for the first time in an official tournament at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. It is made up of 96% natural material and 4% synthetic material used in traditional artificial grass pitches and is an alternative to it seeks a more durable playing field.
Components of hybrid grass. Photo: Plantae Garden
This type of grass is an elastic fiber that is sewn or implanted into the ground. Artificial grass branches are attached to this type of carpet, which serve as a support for the natural grass. The latter is planted on top of a layer of sand – this is where the drainage pipes are located –, another rubber band and an insulating fabric that protects the grass and prevents larvae, fungi or insects from reaching the roots.
Advantages of hybrid grass
- Hybrid grass is more resilient than natural grass.
- It has better drainage and there is no flooding.
- The field deteriorates less and the planting recovers faster.
- The grass does not stand out thanks to the insulation layer.
- Natural grass has better root penetration and offers more stability.