Oklahoma State turfgrass featured in upcoming World Cup final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 10:15 AM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Oklahoma State University will be represented during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final on July 19, as the game will be played on Tahoma 31 bermudagrass developed by OSU researchers. This grass is used at several venues, including MetLife Stadium, where the final will occur. Jayson Lusk, OSU's vice president, noted the significance of this achievement in showcasing university research impacting global sports. Tahoma 31 is praised for its safety features and overall performance across multiple prestigious events. The development reflects OSU’s commitment to innovation in turfgrass research.
- •Tahoma 31 grass developed by OSU used at World Cup final on July 19.
- •Grass is utilized in six of the tournament's venues.
- •OSU's research contributes to player safety and performance.
- •Tahoma 31 is also used in events like the Olympics and PGA Tour.
- •Recent studies show it is preferred by NFL players for field performance.
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma State University will have a surprising hand in the World Cup finals
"Oklahoma State will hit the global stage when the World Cup final is played on an OSU-developed bermudagrass.
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