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Wembley pitch to be relaid for 11th time

"Wembley Stadium can confirm that a new pitch will be installed, with work commencing today," said a statement on the FA website.

"The pitch will be the same type as was used in the latter part of last year. We will continue to refine the installation and maintenance regime to build on the formula that was successful during that period."

The pitch was described as "an absolute disgrace" by Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp after last week's shock FA Cup semi-final defeat by Portsmouth.

It has also been criticised by leading managers including England 's Fabio Capello, Arsenal's Arsene Wenger and Manchester United's Sir Alex Ferguson.

Wembley has a busy schedule of matches over the next few weeks including the FA Cup final, England's World Cup warm-up against Mexico, and play-off and minor cup finals.

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