​Chilwell reveals new hobby with Chelsea teammate James | OneFootball

Chelsea star Ben Chilwell has revealed a new hobby he shares with fellow fullback Reece James.

Chilwell has been enjoying his time with the Blues since arriving from Leicester City in the summer.

The left-back admits life is difficult due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related restrictions, but players are adapting.

It appears he and James have taken to playing chess online to pass the time.

"Obviously it's a very tough time at the moment," Chilwell told the Premier League's website.

"I'm in a very fortunate position where I am able to come into work and see my friends and do what I enjoy, but there are a lot of people not in that position and are stuck at home with nothing to do.

"There are a few things I've found to keep myself busy [after training] ... activities that are really going to challenge your brain and keep you interested through very tough times.

"Me and Reece James play online chess against each other quite a lot. He wins a few, I win a few. We played a game on the way back from Russia in the Champions League. I think it was one game, but it took four hours - the whole flight!

"I actually asked my mum for some chess books and a chess board for Christmas! That has obviously helped me."