Translation guide
In Japanese, the most common word for soccer is サッカー (sakkā), borrowed from English. The traditional term 蹴球 (shūkyū) is rarely used today. When talking about playing soccer, use サッカーをする (sakkā o suru).
Referring to the game itself, as a sport or activity.
Expressing the action of playing soccer.
The most common way to say 'play soccer'. Use the verb する (to do) with サッカー.
I'm going to watch a soccer match.
蹴球部に入りました。
I joined the soccer club. (traditional)
I play soccer with friends after school.
Would you like to play soccer tomorrow?
A more casual way to say 'play soccer'. やる is a casual verb for 'do'.
Wanna play soccer today?