Official: Chelsea to play J League Champions Kawasaki Frontale in July
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Chelsea are undoubtedly one of the most popular clubs in the world, and fans in Japan will once again be treated to the English giants in action, as was announced by the club.
The club officially announced the news that the Blues will take on J League Champions Kawasaki Frontale in Yokohama on July 19 at the International Stadium.
Chelsea enjoy a significant presence in the continent of Asia, and Japan has its own unique fan base that supports the former Premier League Champions.
The club is also heavily sponsored by Japanese companies, with the official shirt sponsor for the team also Yokohama Tires.
With most players having played in the land of the rising sun previously, the conditions would certainly be familiar to Chelsea, and fans will almost surely be split down the middle as a local team challenges these European heavyweights.
