Declan Rice reveals his new 'game-changer' diet which has made him one of the world's best footballers - with a very surprising key ingredient

Rice has opened up on his new 'game-changing' diet since joining Arsenal The midfielder has developed into one of the world's best footballers this yearKane first, Saka second... which player in Gareth Southgate's squad has the third most goals for England? Listen to the It's All Kicking Off! Podcast

Declan Rice has revealed that making a major change to his diet is the secret to his success on the pitch.

The midfielder joined Arsenal for a club-record £105m fee last summer, but lived up to his price-tag in his first season as he starred in the Gunners' title push before they had to settle for second place behind Manchester City.

Rice has transformed his game after previously being pigeon-holed as a holding midfielder, with the 25-year-old now driving forwards with the ball to register 16 goal contributions in 2023-24, and he believes his new diet - which includes a surprising key ingredient - has aided his development.

'I have four pancakes before a game. Covered in syrup or honey,' he revealed in an interview for Men's Health UK.

'I swear to God, it’s the best thing… When I joined the club, I could see the [Arsenal] players eating them and thought to myself, ‘What is going on here?’ But honestly, it’s been a game changer.

Declan Rice opened up on his new 'game-changing' diet in an interview with Men's Health UK

Declan Rice opened up on his new 'game-changing' diet in an interview with Men's Health UK

Rice revealed he eats up to eight pancakes a day which helps him 'rattle around the pitch'

Rice revealed he eats up to eight pancakes a day which helps him 'rattle around the pitch'

It seems to be working as Rice has become one of the world's best footballers since joining Arsenal

It seems to be working as Rice has become one of the world's best footballers since joining Arsenal

Podcast All episodes
  • EPISODE 90: How Manchester United CAN win crunch FA Cup clash
    EPISODE 90: How Manchester United CAN win crunch FA Cup clash
  • EPISODE 89: Why Manchester City aren't the reason the League is boring
    EPISODE 89: Why Manchester City aren't the reason the League is boring
  • 'It hasn't worked!' Is VAR the problem or the solution?
    'It hasn't worked!' Is VAR the problem or the solution?
  • EPISODE 87: Why United must tear down Old Trafford and move to Wembley
    EPISODE 87: Why United must tear down Old Trafford and move to Wembley
  • PODCAST: How many Manchester United players get in the Arsenal team?
    PODCAST: How many Manchester United players get in the Arsenal team?
Play on Apple Spotify

'I don’t understand the science behind it, what’s in them or anything like that, but it gives me such a high energy boost.

'I think that’s why I’m able to rattle around the pitch so much...If we’re playing at 5.30pm, I’ll sometimes have eight pancakes in a day.

Read More

ENGLAND SQUAD LADDER: Harry Kane leads 15 untouchable names in Gareth Southgate's 33-man squad... but which 16-goal forward could miss the cut ahead of the Euros?

article image

'I’ll have some at breakfast and I’ll have some more at 3.30pm before we play.'

Eight pancakes a day may shock some fans, but it has certainly worked for Rice in his first year at the Emirates.

He proved to be one of the signings of the season, adding goals and assists to his game, as he became one of the first names on Mikel Arteta's teamsheet.

Rice is now regarded as one of the world's best footballers, particularly in the middle of the pitch, with the Englishman challenging Rodri to be the Premier League's best midfield general.

Having earned his 50th international cap in March, Rice looks set for a key role for England at Euro 2024 this summer.

Playing alongside the likes of Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and the Premier League player of the season Phil Foden, Rice will be aiming to end England's 58-year wait for tournament glory.

Rice will hope his new diet can help him play a key role in England's bid for Euros glory this summer

Rice will hope his new diet can help him play a key role in England's bid for Euros glory this summer

And his new diet could help him go the extra mile as Gareth Southgate's side bid to go all the way, three years on from the heartbreak of losing the last Euros final on penalties to Italy.

The Three Lions will kickstart their campaign against Serbia on June 16, before facing Denmark four days later and Slovenia on June 25.

OTHER NEWS

25 minutes ago

Life saving lessons: multicultural leaders urge education in ‘second language’ of water safety after latest drownings

25 minutes ago

Anthony Scaramucci Scorches CEOs With 1 Blistering Description Over Trump Meeting

25 minutes ago

Lions sign UFL kicker Jake Bates to 2-year deal

26 minutes ago

Epping death: Disturbing details emerge after wife allegedly bashed her husband Kevin Park to death with a hammer in their Sydney home

29 minutes ago

Video: Six 'ISIS terrorists' break out of Russian jail cell and hold two prison officers including 'colonel' hostage at knifepoint before demanding getaway car and guns

29 minutes ago

Terrifying moment 7ft shark swims at speed towards Gran Canaria shore - with beach forced to close to bathing after sparking fear among tourists and locals

30 minutes ago

Talks open: Club move to sign 57,000-a-week Leeds player who Bielsa loves

30 minutes ago

Poland vs Netherlands lineups: Predicted XIs, confirmed Euro 2024 team news and injuries today

30 minutes ago

UK weather: Exact date maps turn red as North African plume brings 29C scorcher

30 minutes ago

Man Utd to receive tempting £6.8m offer to sell star who is ‘bored’ of Ten Hag

30 minutes ago

INDIA bloc will support TDP's candidate for Speaker's post: Sanjay Raut

30 minutes ago

Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba has strong start to Year 2

31 minutes ago

Sam Adams founder loaning to businesses banks won’t touch

31 minutes ago

Anton & Giovanni Together: the Live Tour, review: A mediocre start, but the show finishes with a bang

31 minutes ago

BBC News Anchor “Shaken By Death Threat, Detailing Bullet That Would Be Used On Him”

31 minutes ago

Japan's economy is shrinking, although slightly less than previously thought

31 minutes ago

Serbia vs England LIVE: Euro 2024 team news, line-ups and buildup as Three Lions prepare for opener

36 minutes ago

Former MI6 agent rates the best and worst spy devices available on Amazon including a lie detector test and rearview sunglasses - and reveals why crisps are the 'best intruder detection system ever invented'

37 minutes ago

How YOU can protect your wealth and future-proof your retirement before the next general election

37 minutes ago

Ring doorbell captures moment 'thief' strolls past front door before turning back and pinching homeowner's plant while 'hiding his face with his hood'

37 minutes ago

I'm the Brexit OG: Rishi Sunak says he is proud of backing the UK's departure from the EU as he warns Keir Starmer's Labour would 'reverse all the progress' made since leaving

37 minutes ago

Wilkommen, WAGs! The glamorous support squad cheering on England ahead of their first Euros match in Germany - from a stewardess to a Love Island star and a 'nepo baby' model

37 minutes ago

Chris Billam-Smith says experience was the key in avenging Richard Riakporhe loss

37 minutes ago

Baby-wearing dads celebrate Fathers’ Day with record-breaking walk in S’pore

37 minutes ago

‘In South Africa, you hear of disappearance all the time’: one photographer’s search for his sister’s missing years

37 minutes ago

HMRC has failed to fine a single ‘enabler’ of offshore tax fraud in five years

37 minutes ago

Cameron Smith's shirt at the 2024 U.S. Open is a periodic table of alcohol — and you can own it, too

37 minutes ago

From Oregon Trail to Wurdweb, five fun games to play on Apple Arcade this summer

37 minutes ago

2 dead, 6 injured in shooting at Texas Juneteenth celebration: officials

40 minutes ago

Inmates take staff hostage at a detention center in southern Russia

44 minutes ago

Seibold lauds gutsy Manly after 30-14 win over Dragons

44 minutes ago

Saudi FM: Ukraine peace process will need Russia’s participation

44 minutes ago

How to pick a watermelon: Sweet and ripe every time

44 minutes ago

Ratcliffe must axe Man Utd ace who earns 4x more than Branthwaite

44 minutes ago

Rachel Stevens admits she was left in 'turmoil' after falling for Dancing on Ice partner Brendyn Hatfield ahead of 'messy and scary' split from husband Alex Bourne

44 minutes ago

Brave Kate is a beacon of light in new behind-the-scenes Trooping the Colour video - as Waleses reveal they are 'in awe' at 'incredible' ceremony that included Princess' Buckingham Palace balcony appearance

50 minutes ago

The Rev James Lawson, Martin Luther King’s right-hand man in the Civil Rights struggle – obituary

50 minutes ago

Here’s how I’d target £1,580 in passive income next year using a £20k Stocks and Shares ISA

50 minutes ago

Artem Dovbyk’s path from Ukraine’s third tier to La Liga’s finest finisher

50 minutes ago

Christian Eriksen to complete football's greatest comeback - "I'd died for five minutes"