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France Picks Boston as 2026 World Cup Base

France prioritized short transfers, milder conditions, minimal jet lag.

Overview

  • The French federation confirmed Boston as the national team's base camp for the June–July tournament.
  • Players will stay at Boston's Four Seasons according to French media, with training set at Babson College in Wellesley.
  • The delegation is expected to move in on June 9 to begin preparations for the World Cup.
  • Coach Didier Deschamps and his staff inspected the hotel and training facilities during a U.S. visit and validated the choice.
  • The setup offers practical travel times, including roughly 15 minutes to Logan Airport and about 30 minutes between the hotel and Babson College.