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Puebla Orders Installer to Repair Estadio Cuauhtémoc Pitch After PueblaMazatlán Match Damage

The silica-sand surface needs eight to ten weeks of rooting under FIFA-supervised standards.

Overview

  • Under a government–Club Puebla agreement, the original provider was instructed to perform immediate repairs to the field.
  • Damage occurred during the Jan. 13 Liga MX match between Puebla and Mazatlán and was documented during second-half play.
  • Officials outlined agronomic steps to bolster stability, including controlled fertilization and adequate sunlight exposure.
  • The playing surface was installed between Apertura 2025 and Clausura 2026 with FIFA oversight to meet national-team training requirements for 2026.
  • State authorities reaffirmed their commitment to maintain a safe, high-quality venue for professional fixtures and international events.