Liverpool FC Unveils New Pitch for Second Consecutive Season

Liverpool FC have a new pitch for the second consecutive season, and the grass manufacturers have given us insight into how it all works! The Reds needed a new turf after cranes were placed on the Anfield pitch for a month following the end of the season in order to carry out work on the new Anfield Road Stand.

The new pitch installation took around three days, according to Hatko Hybridgrass, with the turf being cultivated away from Anfield at a turf farm in Nottinghamshire. They explain that, “within a few days of installation, the pitch is fully prepared to host its first game” – although, Liverpool won’t be playing on it until their first home game against Bournemouth on August 19.

How Does the Hybridgrass System Work?

In all, it takes three specialist companies to create the new playing surface, one to cultivate the turf, one for the hybridgrass, and one for the installation itself. Explaining what ‘hybrid grass’ is Hatko say it “combines all the benefits of a natural grass playing surface with the strength and durability of synthetic grass.” The pitch is composed of 95 percent grass and five percent artificial fibres. Essentially, a hybridgrass system is more durable and able to handle the rigours of sports like football, ensuring a world class playing surface year round.

Anfield’s Pitch Dimensions Remain the Same

Liverpool’s pitch dimensions remain the same for the upcoming season, at 101 by 68 metres. Photos from inside Anfield also show the view of the new Anfield Road Stand from the Kop, which looks superb. You can see that the scaffold within the new upper tier has now been removed internally and all the seating will soon be installed, making it look far more complete.

The Reds now have just under five weeks until their first home game in front of the new stand and an attendance over 60,000 for the first time since 1977!

The Benefits of Hybridgrass

Hybridgrass is a great solution for any football club looking to maintain a top-quality playing surface throughout the entire season. It combines natural grass with synthetic fibres to create a durable and resilient surface that can withstand heavy use without becoming muddy or worn down. The hybridgrass system also helps to reduce water usage and maintenance costs, making it an ideal choice for clubs looking to save money while still providing their players with a top-quality playing surface.

The days of muddy pitches are long gone! With hybridgrass, clubs can now provide their players with a consistent playing surface that is both durable and aesthetically pleasing. This is great news for Liverpool FC and their fans, as they can now look forward to watching their team play on a world-class pitch every week.

Conclusion

Liverpool FC have unveiled their new pitch for the second consecutive season, and it looks set to be a great one. The hybridgrass system ensures that the pitch will remain in top condition throughout the entire season, providing players with a consistent playing surface that is both durable and aesthetically pleasing. With just under five weeks until their first home game in front of the new stand, Liverpool fans can look forward to watching their team play on a world-class pitch every week.