
The Shocking Reason the World Cup Banned Artificial Turf—And Why Our Kids Are Still Playing on It
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, When FIFA quietly mandated that the 2026 World Cup be played entirely on natural grass, the massive decision barely registers outside of hardcore sports business circles. But it should have sent shockwaves straight to every neighborhood group, PTA, and youth league in America.
