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AT&T Stadium’s World Cup Makeover Earns Praise but Will Be Reversed

Cowboys leadership says the grass, window tinting, temporary renaming are one‑time changes tied to the stadium's multi‑event schedule.

The sprinklers that water the grass field for World Cup matches at “Dallas Stadium” in Arlington are only temporary.

Overview

  • The stadium was converted for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a temporary natural grass pitch, window tinting or curtains, and a tournament-only renaming to comply with FIFA rules.
  • Players, coaches and visiting teams have praised the playing surface and the reduced sun glare, with several Cowboys publicly favoring the grass and the shaded bowl for visibility and comfort.
  • Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and team officials have said the changes are short-term and plan to reinstall synthetic turf and restore the windows and original name before the NFL season.
  • The organization cites practical limits to keeping grass long-term, including the stadium’s design for rapid turnarounds between NFL games, concerts and other events, plus the cost and staffing needed for year-round natural turf care.
  • Watch for a formal reversion before the NFL preseason in August and potential renewed debate over player safety, scheduling trade-offs, and whether future stadium designs should prioritize permanent grass solutions.