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Stadium Manager Johannes Samitz is leading SK Rapid Wien into a new era of modern pitch management, combining strategic investments, sustainability goals and data driven decision making to future proof the club’s turf operations, including a major shift to efficient LED grow lighting technology.

At VfB Stuttgart’s MHP Arena, innovation is part of everyday pitch management. Head Groundsman Fabian Riesterer, responsible for maintaining one of Germany’s most prestigious playing surfaces, has added a new tool to his maintenance routine: the SGL TurfRobot.

From golf greens to the national stage, Windsor Park’s Head Groundsman Matt Purcell is taking pitch care to the next level. With over 80 matches a year, keeping Northern Ireland’s busiest pitch in top condition is no small feat. Discover how Matt and his team are tackling the challenge, why innovation is central to their approach, and how the trial with the LED50 is already transforming recovery times at the iconic Belfast stadium.

Just days after a historic KNVB Cup win, Head Groundsman Eddy Huisman shares the behind-the-scenes work that keeps Go Ahead Eagles’ pitch in top shape, from smart LED lighting to clever turf care. With European football on the horizon and a stadium renovation ahead, Eddy’s focus remains firm: delivering a world-class playing surface no matter the challenge.

From hosting the 2025 Champions League final to ensuring every blade of grass is match-ready, Allianz Arena is powered by more than just football passion. Stadium Manager Jürgen Muth shares how innovation, teamwork, and a sharp focus on sustainability, like LED grow lighting to keep the stadium pitch at the top of its game.