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Argentina has cancelled a World Cup friendly against Israel that was scheduled to take place in Jerusalem. It's apparently under political pressure over Israel's treatment of Palestinians in Gaza.

Palestinian politicians and activists had encouraged fans to burn shirts bearing Lionel Messi's name if he decided to play. Israeli President Reuven Rivlin said it was a sad moment for Israeli sports fans.

Our Middle East Correspondent Yolande Knell tells us more.

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