Green, green grass of lions' home

Arduous process behind making the National Stadium pitch fit for Singapore and guests

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The National Stadium is set to come alive after almost two years of pandemic-related disruptions as the Republic hosts the Dec 5-Jan 1 Suzuki Cup.

The pitch of the National Stadium will be graced by Asean's top footballers from today, when Timor-Leste play Thailand and hosts Singapore take on Myanmar.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on December 05, 2021, with the headline Green, green grass of lions' home. Subscribe