Liverpool’s star right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold recently faced the world’s No. 1 chess player, Magnus Carlsen.

Despite lasting only five minutes and losing in 17 moves, Alexander-Arnold embraced the experience with enthusiasm. “Although it may go down as a 1-0 loss, I will be practicing more and maybe there will be a rematch,” he said.

Chess has always been significant in Trent’s life, playing with his brothers and friends, especially on rainy days when football wasn’t an option. “This whole experience has been an eye-opener, not only into just how much goes into becoming great at the game but also seeing the similarities between it and the sport I love, football,” he shared.

He highlighted the strategic depth and cognitive demands of both chess and football. “Football and chess can seem like polar sporting opposites, but there are so many similarities with the modern game,” he added.

Fans now eagerly anticipate a potential rematch, where Trent might demonstrate the results of his dedicated practice. Alexander-Arnold’s chess match showcases his dedication to continuous learning and intellectual growth.