Germany American-style prep for #USA. Presumably @ussoccer trained in lederhosen

Soccer players playing football with a rugby ball

Noice

Yeah I've trained this way. Focus on movement away from the ball, getting open, and communication. Definitely meant as a lighter training exercise as you said.

yea because Rugby is so American

The U.S. played some soccer tennis today so it just means teams are taking it easy before a big game.

Great way to keep the players moving in similar ways that you have to for soccer while keeping things light. It also takes away the risk of a challenge coming in a little stronger than intended. All in all, it's just a good exercise which lets the players relax a bit.