In FC Dallas' final practice before the team left for Friday's MLS match against the San Jose Earthquakes, the focus was clear.
Set pieces, set pieces, set pieces.
Goalkeeper Jesse Gonzalez took cross after cross early in the session, before the full team worked on dead-ball scenarios all around the edge of the penalty box.
What can FCD do to defend against the Quakes, who under Dominic Kinnear are known for a direct style of play that often sees the team score from corner or free kicks?
"Work," FCD coach Oscar Pareja said.
"Basically, planning, creating scenarios in training and making sure the boys have the information necessary for that very important part of the game, of any game," Pareja said.