Six clubs could use artificial pitches in the 2026 Brasileirão | OneFootball

The number of teams using synthetic turf in Brazil could double, as the 2026 Brazilian Championship may feature six teams with artificial pitches.

Palmeiras (Allianz Parque), Botafogo (Nilton Santos), and Atlético-MG (Arena MRV) already have this type of turf. In addition to them, Athletico Paranaense (Ligga Arena) and Chapecoense (Arena Condá) have a great chance of securing promotion to Serie A next year.

The number could become a record if Vasco, due to the renovation of São Januário, plays some matches at Nilton Santos. The Brasileirão would then have 30% of home teams playing on synthetic turf.

On Monday (10), Flamengo sent a written proposal requesting the end of this type of pitch in Brazil. The move has intensified the controversy in the country over the issue.

“Plastic pitches should be immediately eliminated from all national professional tournaments. The discrepancy in maintenance costs between natural and artificial turf creates financial imbalances between clubs and harms the physical health of players and athletes,” the statement says.

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