Natural Turf
Natural sports grass remains the ideal surface, and artificial turf is also modeled after it. However, maintenance is complex and requires expert work to ensure durability and performance throughout the season and throughout the matches. The substructure contains special layers with irrigation and drainage to optimize the growing conditions for this natural product. In professional areas, undersoil heating and turf growth lighting are also standard. Seeding is also minimal here. Playing fields are preferably constructed with turf systems, which are cultivated in specialized operations from special seed mixes. This allows playing fields to be completely renewed within a few days, even in winter.
AT&T Stadium: Glowing Bright Pink for the World Cup
AT&T Stadium in Arlington hosted the most games of any venue during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. SGL’s LED grow lighting system was essential to making this possible on natural grass in a fully covered stadium. more
Testing, Consistency & the Future of Pitch Management
In the course of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, SGL accompanied Matthias Eichner as part of the team that conducted the fLEX pitch performance testing. The groundskeeper discusses the challenges and opportunities for the future. more
The quiet engineering behind the 2026 World Cup
The success of the 2026 FIFA World Cup depends, among other things, on ensuring consistent turf quality across the 16 stadiums, each with different conditions. SGL’s growth lighting systems play a crucial role in this effort. more
New office for turf care expert
SGL announced that as of May, 2025, it will be relocating to a new and more spacious office in Waddinxveen, Netherlands. After more than 25 years on Abraham Kroesweg, the company is making this move to facilitate further growth and innovation. more
SoFi Stadium with new natural turf concept
The SoFi Stadium is currently installing a fully integrated and irrigated natural grass field for the first time in preparation for the CONCACAF Nations League Finals. Until now, soccer fields were rolled out over the existing artificial turf for matches. more
