Fifa has recommended all international matches scheduled for the forthcoming international break in March as April are cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak.
In a statement released on Friday, world football’s governing body also said clubs are not obliged release their players for international duty.
England's March internationals against Italy and Denmark at Wembley have already been postponed in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
FIFA said that holding matches under current circumstances could present health risks to the players and public.
"To avoid any unnecessary health risks and also situations of potential sporting unfairness, we therefore recommend that all international matches previously scheduled to take place in March and April should now be postponed."
The South American and Asian World Cup qualifiers which were due to be played have already been postponed.
However, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland are among 16 teams set to be involved in Euro 2020 playoff matches which have not yet been called off.
