Lawn chaos in the Neuwied Stadium: Will the worm castings problems be solved?

Lawn chaos in the Neuwied Stadium: Will the worm castings problems be solved?

Things are getting hot in the Rhein-Wied Stadium in Neuwied: renovation work is currently underway here, which is of great importance for the players and sports enthusiasts. What is the reason for this extensive measure? The new surface of the grass field is being removed because it is struggling with a problem - the water simply runs off too quickly. Combined with the old turf, which had to be removed due to earthworm droppings, the playing surface was anything but safe. Rhein-Zeitung reports, that a gravel filling was also used during the work, while the city of Neuwied hopes to save itself the additional costs.

But what does this have to do with earthworms? The droppings of these little animals not only create a risk of slipping, but have also led to a shortened period of use of the space. Christoph Fink, central defender and captain of HSV Neuwied, expresses his concerns about safety while playing. HSV uses the pitch from March to November, and over the years the playing area has even been closed at times. The city is now investing 230,000 euros in a new lawn to solve the problem of earthworm droppings. SWR reports that the turf change should begin next week.

Impact on sport

The renewal of the turf is particularly important for the LG Rhein-Wied track and field athletes. They are pleased with the improvements and hope that the new sprinkler system, which will also be replaced, will optimize the gaming experience. During the construction work, the grass field will be completely closed, with completion scheduled for spring 2026. Stefan Fink, HSV coach, is optimistic and sees the temporary closure as a small evil in order to achieve long-term improvements.

The increased appearance of earthworms on the surface is causing excitement. The reason for this could be an increased groundwater level, although the exact causes are still unclear. In any case, it is clear that healthy and green sports turf requires extensive care. Professional maintenance, such as that offered by EUROGREEN services, could help here. The provider with over 50 years of experience works with its own machines and processes to regenerate lawns and offers an all-round, worry-free package for individual requirements. EUROGREEN informed that such professional sports field maintenance aims to ensure a fully functional turf.

The Rhein-Wied Stadium is facing a comprehensive renovation that is intended to sustainably improve the safety of the athletes and the quality of the pitch. The exciting question remains: Will the new turf provide the necessary stability and security to meet the demands of the game?