The National Stadium's number one ground is not ready yet to host the FMF/Blue Gas Battle of the Giants soccer tournament which starts on Thursday.

Fiji FA's Grounds Committee Chairman Faiyaz Ali said more work is still needed on the pitch and he's keeping his fingers crossed that it will be ready before the start of the matches on Thursday.

Ali said Fiji Sports Council workers have been working extra hours to make sure the pitch is in good shape.

Meanwhile, the Occupational Health Safety (OHS) has passed the National Stadium facilities to host the four day tournament.