‘If you can call it that’ – England sent World Cup warning over worrying state of MetLife pitch as top stars complain

Concerns have been raised about the condition of the MetLife Stadium pitch, where England's final Group L match against Panama will take place, and which is set to host the World Cup final. Top players, including France's Adrien Rabiot, have criticized the playing surface, sparking worries about how it might affect the upcoming games. The pitch's state is particularly significant given that it's a major venue for international football, raising questions about its maintenance and the potential impact on player performance.