After yesterday's day off and the weekend's action against SV Ried & Blau-Weiß Linz, the squad returned to training fresh on Monday morning. 

However, first of all, there was a birthday serenade for Swedish striker Sebastian Andersson, who turned 28. The observers watched on as Union used the practice to work on simple passing drills, close control and then passing on a wider pitch. The team structure, fast transitions and finishing in front of goal were repeated throughout the morning session.

The group split after lunch: the majority of players headed out to do so some rafting. Of course, a mixture of sporting and physical prowess and lots of fun for the squad. Meanwhile, Neven Subotic and Suleiman Abdullahi caught up on their fitness, while Grischa Prömel, Anthony Ujah and Sheraldo Becker stayed behind for some recovery work.

The team grilled together in the evening, a welcome change from the normal pre-season routine.

Tuesday's training starts at 10am in Windischgarsten.