JAPAN were set to return to international action after their second round World Cup exit.
Samurai Blue would have faced Chile, following their heartbreaking 3-2 loss to Belgium, but the match has now been cancelled.
Japan suffered World Cup heartbreak after losing to BelgiumReuters
When was Japan vs Chile meant to be played?
Japan vs Chile was supposed to be held on Friday, 7 September.
Kick-off would have been at 11.00am UK time.
The game would have been held at the Sapporo Dome.
Japan vs Chile has been cancelled after a devastating earthquake struck the northern island of Hokkaido, where Sapporo is located.
More than one hundred people have been injured with dozens said to be missing.
A Japanese FA statement read: “We send our deepest condolences and sincerest sympathies to those affected by the earthquake that struck the central-eastern part of Iburi region in Hokkaido.
“Due to the effects of the earthquake, the Japan Football Association has decided to cancel the Kirin Challenge Cup 2018 match between Samurai Blue (Japan National Team) and the Chile National Team.
“This decision was made upon careful evaluation of the magnitude of damages incurred, including damages to critical infrastructure such as power outages and significant transportation disruptions, as well as to ensure the security of all spectators, including the supporters of the visiting team.”
Will Japan vs Chile be re-arranged?As the game is only a friendly, there are no plans to replay it.
Samurai Blue are set to return to action against Costa Rica next week, while Chile travel to South Korea.
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