Norway Experts Surprised by Lack of Pitch Watering

Norwegian football experts Andrine Hegerberg and Kristoffer Løkberg reacted to the absence of pitch watering just hours before the Brazil vs Norway match in New Jersey. "It's very surprising," Hegerberg stated, noting FIFA's clear and strict rules that should be followed. afnews.co.za

The experts believe the dry conditions will cause the ball to "lugge" (sit low), affecting gameplay. While Brazil may prefer the ball along the ground, Norway could benefit from faster ball movement on the dry surface.