Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, will host an international soccer friendly between Brazil and France on Thursday, March 26, as part of “Road to 26,” a series of exhibition matches leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
A Return to International Play
This match marks the first international soccer game at Gillette Stadium since the Copa América Centenario in 2016. It will be France’s first appearance at the venue, while Brazil has competed in Foxborough six times previously. Limited tickets are available for purchase on Ticketmaster.
Game Day Logistics
Parking lots are scheduled to open at 12 p.m., and stadium gates will open at 2 p.m. The match is set to begin at 4 p.m. Traffic restrictions will be in place on local roads before and after the game, and fans are advised to use Interstate 95, Interstate 495, or Route 140 to access Route 1 and the stadium.
The MBTA Commuter Rail, in partnership with Keolis, will provide express, round-trip train service from Boston’s South Station to Foxboro Station. Tickets are $30 round-trip and must be purchased in advance via the mTicket app. Train service will not stop at Back Bay or Dedham Corporate Center. Passengers, including children 11 and under, require a ticket for boarding.
Parking and Stadium Access
Gillette Stadium offers free general parking for all ticket holders, located on the opposite side of Route 1. A parking pass is not required for this option, but access is limited to those with event tickets. Prepaid parking passes, starting at $50, are available for purchase for parking on the stadium side of Route 1, and must be purchased using the email address associated with the event tickets.
Fans are reminded that Gillette Stadium’s clear bag policy will be in effect. Permitted bags include a slight wristlet, a handheld wallet, a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (11” x 11” maximum), or a clear plastic vinyl or PVC bag (12” x 12” x 6” maximum).
Frequently Asked Questions
When do parking lots open?
Parking lots are scheduled to open at 12 p.m. On Thursday, March 26.
What are the options for getting to the stadium without driving?
The MBTA Commuter Rail and Keolis are providing round-trip, special event train service from Boston to the match.
What size bag can I bring to the stadium?
Bags larger than a small wristlet or handheld wallet are not allowed. Permitted bags include a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (11” x 11” maximum), or a clear plastic vinyl or PVC bag (12” x 12” x 6” maximum).
As Gillette Stadium prepares to host this international match, what impact might this event have on the venue’s readiness for the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
