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While Braga’s confidence in the Maracanã's turf is apparent, many listeners expressed skepticism regarding this claim. Supporters of teams like Corinthians and Internacional pointed out that those stadiums often have fewer scheduling conflicts compared to Maracanã, which faces the consequence of high usage rates. The argument posited is that had Corinthians or Internacional hosted as many games as the Maracanã, they too would likely face similar turf issues.
Further complicating the debate, it’s important to recognize that the number of matches directly correlates with the strain on natural grass surfaces. With the Maracanã playing host to dozens of high-impact games each year, players and managers alike have grown wary of the pitch's resilience.