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Announcement regarding the possible impact of the Earthquake under the Iburi Region, Hokkaido on our upcoming International Friendly Match versus the Chile National Team
06 September 2018
On behalf of Japan Football Association, I send my deepest condolences and sincerest sympathies to those affected by the powerful earthquake that struck the central-eastern part of Iburi region in Hokkaido.
With regards to the International Friendly Match scheduled for tomorrow, 7 September 2018, in Sapporo against the Chile National Team, we are currently in the midst of investigating and gathering information regarding the magnitude of the damages caused.
Although we have confirmed that both teams are safe and sound, we will determine whether the match will be held or not by 18:00 (JST) today, and will make an announcement on our official website.
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