Khéphren Thuram, the French defensive midfielder recently signed to Juventus, has just proved he is not only sharp on the pitch but also has excellent taste in music.
In a video posted by Juventus’s official Instagram account, the 24-year-old took part in a blind ranking of Eminem songs. He reacted to the titles of five of Slim Shady’s biggest tracks and confidently placed them in order. After a quick reshuffle at the end, Thuram landed on this final list:
1. Lose Yourself
2. The Real Slim Shady
3. My Name Is
4. Stan
5. Without Me
Thuram’s smooth delivery and clear familiarity with the songs suggest this was not just a casual listen — he is a real fan. It might not come as a surprise, though. Eminem’s music has long been a go-to for athletes looking for intensity and motivation, and “Lose Yourself” is practically a pre-game anthem.
Nicknamed Le Pharaon (after the Egyptian pharaoh Khafre he was named for), Khéphren joins a long list of elite players who draw energy from Eminem’s catalogue. Respect.