Italians disapprove of the pitch condition where they will play against BiH: 'Are we playing here?'
The storm that hit Bosnia and Herzegovina completely disrupted plans ahead of one of the most important matches in the World Cup qualifiers, and the condition of the pitch at the Bilino polje stadium in Zenica came into focus.
TL;DR
- The storm in Bosnia and Herzegovina has severely affected the pitch condition at the Bilino polje stadium in Zenica.
- Italian media expressed surprise and concern over the state of the pitch.
- Italy's coach, Gennaro Gattuso, changed plans due to the waterlogged and damaged pitch.
- There is optimism that the pitch will be satisfactory by game time due to an under-soil heating system.
- The condition of the stadium and referee selection have been points of discussion and tension before the match.
- The winner of the match between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Italy will qualify for the World Cup.