Canelo Álvarez enjoys playing soccer while preparing for his fight against Terence Crawford in Las Vegas, demonstrating his versatility as an athlete.

The Mexican champion enjoys himself with the ball while honing his physique for Las Vegas

Two weeks before his eagerly awaited bout against Terence Crawford, four-time Mexican champion Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez showed another side to his physical preparation: soccer. In a video shared on his social media accounts, Canelo was seen participating in an improvised match, demonstrating that his athletic abilities extend far beyond the ring.

Canelo and his moments of fun during training

In the clip, Canelo exchanges passes with his trainer Eddy Reynoso and some teammates from the camp, and even takes the time to joke around with a group of children who were playing near the training track. “Now you're going to say that you scored because of a pass from Canelo, son,” he says with a laugh as he sends the ball with precision.

The boxer, known for his physical strength and endurance, also took a few minutes to practice ball control and dribbling, showing coordination, reflexes, and power, attributes that, according to him, complement his work in the ring. “I was very good, but I've forgotten how to do it now,” Canelo confessed as he recalled his youth.

Comprehensive training ahead of the September 13 fight

This activity is part of his comprehensive preparation for the September 13 fight in Las Vegas, where he will defend all his titles in the 165-pound category against Crawford, who is moving up two divisions from welterweight. The soccer session is not only a moment of recreation, but also a functional exercise to improve agility, speed, and reaction, key aspects of his boxing performance.

Beyond boxing: coordination, endurance, and a healthy mind

Canelo has shown that his training isn't limited to punches and sparring; he incorporates activities that strengthen motor coordination, endurance, and reflexes, keeping his body in top condition. In addition, interacting with children and teammates adds a mental and emotional component, helping him release tension and stay motivated in the final stretch of his preparation.

With this combination of techniques, the Mexican champion seeks to arrive at the fight against Crawford not only physically prepared, but also mentally balanced and confident, proving that his greatness is not limited to boxing: his talent and athletic discipline extend to everything he touches, including a simple but revealing game of soccer.