Legia Warszawa has started replacing the turf at its stadium, and hundreds of Jehovah's Witness volunteers are already working on a clean pitch before the match with Zagłębie Lubin in the second round of the PKO Ekstraklasa. Work began on Monday and is expected to last a few days, so the new surface will be ready for Saturday's kickoff.

Who is involved in the cleaning and replacement?

Łukasz Post, spokesperson for Jehovah's Witnesses in Poland, highlighted that hundreds of volunteers have dedicated their time and effort to bring the stadium back to match‑ready condition. Several trucks have been used to strip the old surface and prepare the ground, and hundreds of rolls of new grass—each weighing about a tonne—have been laid out. Legia reports that the logistical plan has proceeded without delays.

Why is the turf replacement important?

The fresh turf will provide better playing conditions after the winter frosts that forced a similar project in January. Head coach Czesław Michniewicz stresses that a stable surface improves the flow of play and reduces injury risk. A clean pitch also boosts the club's image among fans and media, especially as Legia continues to chase a higher league spot—currently 6th in the Ekstraklasa with 49 points, a record of 12 wins, 13 draws and 9 losses from 34 games.

What awaits Legia after returning from Germany?

Once the turf work is finished, players will head back to the Legia Training Center outside Warsaw, where on Wednesday at 16:30 a closed‑door friendly against Israeli side Hapoel Beer Sheva will take place. No broadcast is planned, but coaches will use the match to test tactics ahead of the Zagłębie fixture. Legia's latest result—a 4‑0 win over Motor Lublin on 23 May 2026—shows the squad is in good form, and the current five‑game winning streak (WWWWW) lifts morale.

What are the club's next steps?

After the turf replacement is complete, Legia plans to open the stadium for the next league match and gear up for the fight for higher placement. The club sits 11 points behind leaders Lech Poznań, with a goal difference of +5 (42 goals scored, 37 conceded). On‑ and off‑field actions, including community cooperation, aim to strengthen Legia's push for the title.

Legia Warszawa hopes the new turf will not only improve playing conditions but also draw more supporters to the stands as the team continues its five‑win run.