Watch: Manuel Akanji, Borussia Dortmund’s Mathematical Mastermind
Borussia Dortmund centre-back Manuel Akanji is already a Bundesliga stalwart, but it's more than just his defending which adds up!
Thirty-eight games into his Bundesliga career, Akanji has already helped Borussia Dortmund to 10 clean sheets since his January 2018 transfer from serial Swiss champions Basel.
Already this season, Akanji has averaged nine challenges won per game, and completed more than 88 passes per game, but perhaps his most impressive numbers lie away from the field.
Could you work out the answer to 83x23 faster than a calculator? Our friend Akanji can! Simply click PLAY above to witness the math whizz at work.
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