Leading Brazilian football players, including Neymar and Thiago Silva, have voiced concerns over artificial turf usage in league matches, citing injury risks. They argue for natural grass to preserve the sport's integrity and highlight a lack of player consultation in a statement,

Brazilian top flight club Palmeiras say there is no scientific basis for claims made by Neymar, Thiago Silva, and Memphis Depay, who were among the players that launched a campaign against synthetic grass pitches in Brazil.