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Ravens-Cowboys field work in Brazil
Ravens and Cowboys prepare Brazil field for Sunday NFL game.
In brief
Ravens and Cowboys prepare Brazil field for Sunday NFL game. The Ravens and Cowboys will play in Brazil at Maracanã Stadium despite grass concerns, with fiber stitching added to improve field safety. Originally reported by NBC Sports.
Ravens-Cowboys game in Brazil
The Ravens and Cowboys will play in Brazil at Maracanã Stadium on Sunday.
Grass concerns at Maracanã
Grass has raised concerns about the field’s condition but not enough to cancel the game.
Field improvements underway
The NFL added fiber stitching to increase the field’s resistance and safety.
Field repair machine
A machine like the grass version of a Zamboni will reinforce the grass with synthetic material.
Game likely proceeds
The game will proceed even if the field does not look good on TV.
Field timing critical
Teams need early access to the field to choose proper cleats for the game.
The essence
The Ravens and Cowboys will play in Brazil at Maracanã Stadium despite grass concerns, with fiber stitching added to improve field safety.
