Being able to make it through multiple youth teams and become a world-famous football player is talent enough, but some players have even gone beyond that.
They possess hidden talents you would never even guess. Let’s take a look at some of these extraordinary players and their unique abilities.
Ivan Perisic: From Football to Beach Volleyball
Ivan Perisic has terrorized fullbacks throughout his career, but did you know he also has a knack for volleyball? In 2017, Perisic represented Croatia in beach volleyball at the Porec Major. While he didn’t reach the final like he did at the World Cup in 2018, there’s no denying his volleyball talent.
Manuel Akanji: The Math Genius
Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji is something of a math genius. He can add up random sets of numbers in his head as quickly as a calculator. This incredible talent surely comes in handy during the season when Pep Guardiola needs to figure out how many points are required to win the league.
Robert Lewandowski: Bowling Extraordinaire
Former Borussia Dortmund player Robert Lewandowski is not just great at scoring goals and working on his physique; he also loves bowling. Known for hitting hat-tricks on the football pitch, Lewandowski has also shown his skill in bowling alleys, where he has been seen hitting three strikes in a row.
David Luiz: The Magician
Former Chelsea center-back David Luiz might not be known for football tricks, but he makes up for it with magic tricks. Luiz enjoys entertaining his teammates with card tricks, making it look effortless. He could probably make a killing performing at children’s parties if he ever decided to take it up.
Petr Cech: The Drummer
Petr Cech, another former Chelsea player, could perform at parties, but on the drums rather than with magic. Cech has uploaded videos of himself drumming on YouTube and even teamed up with Roger Taylor, the drummer for Queen, to make a song titled “That’s Football.”
Alisson Becker: The Guitarist
Liverpool’s number 1, Alisson Becker, is not only good with his hands but also with his fingers. He plays the guitar exceptionally well and genuinely enjoys it. This rockstar talent could see him touring the world once his football career ends.
Ilkay Gundogan: Geography Guru
Manchester City’s Ilkay Gundogan has a unique talent for geography. While many people struggle with directions, Gundogan can read maps perfectly and identify cities with minimal clues. He has showcased this talent by playing the popular game Geoguesser, often getting the right answers.
Axel Tuanzebe: Hungry Hungry Hippos World Record Holder
Incoming Premier League player Axel Tuanzebe holds a world record for the quickest time to individually clear a game of Hungry Hungry Hippos. He achieved this feat during a preseason tour of the US with Manchester United in 2018.
Diogo Jota: FIFA Champion
Liverpool forward Diogo Jota is a master of the game FIFA, or EA FC now. Before joining Liverpool, he won the FIFA 20 ePremier League Invitational and was once ranked world number one at FIFA 21. Within 24 hours of the FIFA 23 Web App release, Jota built the sixth highest-rated squad in the world.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic: Taekwondo Master and Polyglot
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is not just a football icon but also a Taekwondo black belt holder. As a child, he attended Taekwondo classes and was later awarded an honorary black belt. In addition to his martial arts skills, Zlatan can speak six different languages. But his most unique talent might just be his larger-than-life personality.
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