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PSG goalkeeper Salvatore Sirigu: I lost friends in Paris terror attacks

PSG goalkeeper Salvatore Sirigu has revealed he lost friends in the Paris terror attacks.

This evening two friendly games, Belgium-Spain and Germany-Netherlands, were cancelled due to security fears.

Sirigu was affected more than most players by what happened on Friday in Paris, as he lost two friends.

“They were two splendid kids I knew well, they were of Italian origin and worked in an Italian restaurant. Marco Verratti, I and others in the team were regulars at that place.

“It was hard to accept losing two people who you see almost every day.

“I think everyone acted in a dignified manner. We have to continue doing what we do every day, keeping our minds on those who are most affected by this.

“It's difficult to accept, but life goes on and there are others we need to console."

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