Paris Attacks: Belgium Vs Spain Friendly Called Off

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Paris Attacks: Belgium Vs Spain Friendly Called Off

Belgium’s friendly with Spain on Tuesday in Brussels has been called off because of security fears following the deadly attacks in Paris.


According to the BBC, match security and officials have security fears after the Paris attacks carried out by ISIS which claimed the lives of 129 people.


The friendly between France and Germany was targeted but the the bombers were not allowed into the stadium and were forced to detonate their bombs outside.


The Belgian FA sought the advice of their Spanish counter parts who decided the match would have to be called off.
The Belgian FA said: “Taking into account the exceptional circumstances, we cannot take any security risk to our players and fans.

It added it “deeply regretted” the late decision to cancel the match and “understands the disappointment of many supporters”
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The friendly fixture with between France and England at Wembley on Tuesday night will go ahead as planned.

The Stade de France was targeted as part of Friday’s attacks in Paris, as the home side played an international against Germany.