Palmeiras e 4 clubes defendem gramados sintéticos hoje

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The Palmeiras, together with four other Brazilian football clubs, published a joint statement about the use of synthetic pitches in national football. The clubs Athletico-PR, Atlético-MG, Botafogo and Chapecoense joined Palmeiras to defend the use of synthetic pitches, considering that the topic is complex and must be approached with responsibility and technical knowledge. The proposal to abolish synthetic pitches was presented by Flamengo, but was not put on the agenda during discussions on financial fair play. Palmeiras president Leila Pereira had rebutted Flamengo’s attitude, stating that the discussion on synthetic pitches is guided by clubism. The clubs defend that synthetic pitches are a viable and safe option, as long as they are used responsibly and regulated, and that there are no conclusive scientific studies that prove an increase in injuries caused by these pitches.

The joint statement of the clubs highlights that the quality of pitches is a legitimate and necessary topic, but that it must be approached with responsibility and technical knowledge. They also emphasize that there is no standardization of pitches in Brazil and that directing criticism exclusively at synthetic pitches is a simplified and technically incorrect narrative. Furthermore, the clubs defend that high-performance synthetic pitches surpass, in several aspects, natural pitches in poor condition present in a significant part of the country’s stadiums. The use of synthetic pitches is a matter that must be considered based on climatic conditions and infrastructure of each stadium, as it can be a more viable and economical option for some clubs.

In terms of performance, the clubs that use synthetic pitches do not present significant differences compared to those that use natural pitches. Safety of players is an important factor to be considered, and the clubs defend that modern synthetic pitches are designed to minimize the risk of injuries. However, the discussion on the use of synthetic pitches is still ongoing, and it is likely to be a topic of debate in the coming months. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) will have an important role in defining the rules and regulations related to the use of synthetic pitches in national championships.

The use of synthetic pitches may have significant implications for Brazilian football clubs, especially in terms of cost and maintenance. However, the clubs that defend the use of synthetic pitches argue that the benefits outweigh the costs and that this option can be more viable for some clubs. The current scenario is one of uncertainty, and it is likely that the discussion on the use of synthetic pitches will continue in the coming months. The final decision on the use of synthetic pitches in national championships will depend on a careful analysis of the pros and cons, considering the needs and limitations of each club.