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March 4, 2026

‘It’s not acceptable’: Will a small town be left $7.8m on the hook for the World Cup?

At a meeting of the board that governs the World Cup stadium in Foxborough, promises were made if not accepted

‘It’s not acceptable’: Will a small town be left $7.8m on the hook for the World Cup?

TL;DR

  • Foxborough's Select Board is negotiating the licensing for Gillette Stadium to host World Cup matches.
  • A dispute has arisen over $7.8 million in unaccounted-for security expenses, with the town concerned it will be left responsible.
  • The delay in federal funds is partly due to the ongoing U.S. government shutdown.
  • Boston's host committee and the Kraft family have pledged to cover any shortfalls, but concerns remain about the timeline for providing safety equipment.
  • The Select Board asserts its authority to deny the license if public safety requirements are not met and insists on legally binding commitments.

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