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Netherlands Raises Concerns Over Pitch Conditions Ahead of Women's World Cup

Soccer Football - Women's World Cup - Quarter Final - Italy v Netherlands - Stade du Hainaut, Valenciennes, France - June 29, 2019  Netherlands' Stefanie van der Gragt, Dominique Bloodworth and Desiree van Lunteren during a drinks break. REUTERS/Bernadett Szabo/File Photo
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Overview

  • Netherlands complained about training conditions in New Zealand.
  • They said the cricket pitch at the Bay Oval was a safety hazard.
  • The Dutch team trained on the pitch but decided against full practice.
  • The coach expressed worries the pitch could pose risks.
  • The Netherlands will still play their opening game at the Bay Oval.