FA Offers Refunds for England vs. France Friendly, Reports Surge in Ticket Sales

The FA has noted a late surge in ticket sales for Tuesday night's friendly between England and France at Wembley, reports the Mirror's John Cross.

The English governing body might have feared thousands of fans being put off the fixture after Friday night's attacks in Paris, but FA chief executive Martin Glenn says the reaction from the public has been quite the opposite, according to the Mirror article.

"The public have a desire to go to the game, show some solidarity, and believe they will do that in a secure setting," he said.

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England fans have been urged to sing "La Marseillaise" in a show of solidarity, and captain Wayne Rooney has spoken about the "togetherness" of the football community, per the Mirror.

While interest in the match has spiked, the number of spectators seeking refunds has only been around the 100 mark.

Glenn did confirm that the FA will offer ticket refunds "on a case-by-case basis."

[Mirror]