The Clairefontaine Medical Centre is the French Football Federation’s specialist sports medicine centre, located within the National Football Centre in France. Recognised by FIFA as a Medical Centre of Excellence, it provides care not only for French national teams and footballers but also for athletes of all sports and levels, from professional to amateur. Its multidisciplinary team includes sports and rehabilitation physicians, physiotherapists, physical trainers, dietitians, psychologists and podiatrists.

Services span medical consultations, injury diagnosis and treatment, personalised assessments, rehabilitation and reconditioning through return to play, injury prevention and performance support. The centre also has specialised facilities and accommodation services, and works with professional clubs across different sports. Its expertise includes common football-related conditions such as knee and ankle injuries, shoulder instability and muscle problems.

Alongside athlete care, the centre contributes to applied research and provides training for future sports medicine professionals. Through its medical resources, tailored protocols and educational information, Clairefontaine supports athletes and their care teams in managing injuries and maintaining sporting performance