France Returns to Boston to Prepare for Paraguay Showdown

The French national team has returned to its Boston base following a convincing 3-0 victory over Sweden in the World Cup Round of 32. The team's focus now shifts entirely to recovery and preparation for Saturday's Round of 16 clash against Paraguay.

Didier Deschamps' squad delivered a strong performance at MetLife Stadium on Tuesday, with captain Kylian Mbappé netting two goals and Bradley Barcola adding a third. Michael Olise distinguished himself with a hat-trick of assists.

With this win, France extended their remarkable streak of five consecutive World Cup matches scoring three or more goals. Mbappé's two goals brought his tally to 18 goals in just 18 World Cup appearances, placing him just one goal shy of Lionel Messi's record of 19.

The team arrived back in Boston in the early hours of Wednesday, with the day's schedule entirely dedicated to recovery.

Players then headed to France's official training base at Bentley University. There, footballers who played fewer minutes against Sweden underwent a full training session, while the starters focused on light running exercises and recovery procedures.

On July 4th, France will face Paraguay at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, after the South Americans caused an upset by eliminating Germany in a penalty shootout.

The French team is expected to intensify their tactical preparations before departing for Philadelphia.