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Kentish Cup Abandoned Amid Security Concerns

Tight security will surround the friendly football match between England and France tonight at Wembley.
 
There will be armed police and extensive bag searches, following the Paris terror attacks and victims will be remembered before the game.
 
The FA President Prince William and Prime Minister David Cameron are set to attend the game.
 
Belgium's friendly with Spain in Brussels has been called off because of security fears.
 
Meanwhile, armed forces football tournament The Kentish Cup, due to take place in France, has been called off.
 
Julian Evans has more on the disappointment for the organisers and players.

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