Souleymane sane

Andre Ter Stegen: Not every defeat seems to be a problem for German winger Leroy Sane. With just days remaining until the delicate duel against Euro 2024 favorites Spain this Friday, the Bayern winger ventured into new territory by playing a friendly round of chess against club teammate Jamal Musiala.

Though Sane's chess skills are still at a beginner's level, leading to a loss against Musiala, the 28-year-old could prove to be a key figure in the Stuttgart arena in the quarterfinals.

Despite performing at a high level as one of the tournament's best, Sane noted, "Spain is providing certain spaces" with its game approach, reports Xinhua.