NRK football experts Andrine Hegerberg and Kristoffer Løkberg reacted to the lack of pitch watering just two hours before the Brazil vs Norway match in New Jersey. Hegerberg described it as "very surprising" despite FIFA's strict rules being followed. goldparty.lat
The experts noted that the dry conditions could cause the ball to "lugge" (move slowly) which might favor Brazil's ground play but also benefit Norway's quick passing game. Both wished for more watering before the match and warm-up.
