The U.S. national team coach and legendary German player wants to see more “informal” soccer akin to basketball’s 1-on-1 and H-O-R-S-E games.

He also has direct advice for U8 coaches:

Have fun! Let the children enjoy themselves! Help them learn the excitement they can experience kicking a ball and playing soccer-type games on their own, with their friends, and with their parents wherever they are with whatever ball they have available.

via SoccerAmerica – Klinsmann Q&A: Parents can set an example Part 1 11/04/2011.