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Preview: Diego Rubio and Chile venture to Asia for friendly against Japan

Chile vs. Japan
International Friendly
Friday, Sept. 7 | 5 a.m. CT
Sapporo Dome | Sapporo, Japan

Diego Rubio has translated his red-hot form for his club into a call-up for his country.

The Sporting Kansas City striker, who has tied a team record by recording a goal or an assist in seven straight games, now has the opportunity to represent the Chile Men’s National Team for the first time since 2011 when La Roja venture to Asia for an international friendly against Japan.

Friday’s contest will kick off at 5 a.