Wembley Stadium spokesperson has accepted criticism about the poor state of the pitch after Chelsea, Tottenham, Portsmouth and Aston Villa struggled in FA Cup semi-finals matches last weekend and said they will do anything possible to solve the problem.

"We accept and understand the frustrations around the standard of the pitch at Wembley for last weekend's FA Cup semi-finals,” spokesperson’s statement reads.

"The problems faced on Saturday were due to the way the surface was prepared and the measures used overnight were unable to resolve the situation sufficiently for the match on Sunday."

"There is a unique challenge with the surface at Wembley and we are working with expert pitch consultants to get it right. Wembley Stadium is a multi-purpose venue and we have to hold other events as part of the business plan, which means regular pitch replacements each year."

Wembley pitch needs to be replaced several times in a year to accommodate other events and the ground management said they will look for a solution after a rugby union match between Harlequins and Saracens.

"Football is the number one priority and we understand we have to find a way to deliver and sustain a consistent quality pitch and replicate the successful formula that we developed in the second half of last year.

"We are currently reviewing all options to provide the best surface for the busy period going forward, including a probable pitch replacement. We will make this decision after the weekend."

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