FIFA have been forced to defend the pitch at MetLife Stadium after players at the World Cup openly criticised its condition. The stadium, which has been rebranded as New York New Jersey Stadium for the tournament, has hosted two matches so far, with six more to come including the final, despite concerns about its state. Brazil drew 1-1 at the stadium on June 13 before France overcame Senegal 3-1 in the same venue three days later. After a six-day break, the stadium in East Rutherford, New