In response to growing tensions in France, there will be 4,000 police officers and security staff deployed at the Stade de France stadium for the Nations League match.
A heavy police presence is noted due to recent violence against Israeli fans in Amsterdam, which prompted widespread condemnation for being antisemitic.
The anticipated atmosphere at the national stadium has shifted from celebratory to apprehensive, with expectations that the match will be three-quarters empty.
With only 20,000 tickets sold for an 80,000 capacity stadium, the situation reflects the current societal fears that are affecting sports events in France.
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