Algerian right-back Rayan Ait-Nouri discusses life Away From the Action at Molineux and Compton Park, exploring how he keeps relaxed and some of his favourite activities.
What do you like to do away from football?
I like to play on the PlayStation. I play a lot of FIFA, but I mainly like to relax. I also go out for food, for walks and I enjoy going shopping in Birmingham. It’s good to go there as they have lots of different options.
Do you watch football outside of Wolves?
No, I don’t watch a lot of football. I watch Ligue 1 in France, but I don’t watch football a lot. I only really watch the big games in the Champions League or the Premier League.
Are there any other sports you like to play?
Nothing else but football! I don’t play golf, I don’t like to go running or swimming, just football.
Is there one sport or activity you wish you could try?
I like to watch basketball, I watch a lot of basketball, but I’m not good at it. Maybe I need to be a little bit taller!
Are you quite active during your downtime?
I would say I’m quite relaxed when I have a day off. It will just be playing PlayStation and I stay at my home to relax, so I can be ready for training and the next game.
Where do you like to visit during time off?
When I have a longer weekend or some time off, I go back to Paris to see my family and my friends. I like to go out to the restaurants in Paris. It’s quite close, so it’s easy to go back for a few days.
Which teammates would be the best and worst to spend downtime with?
I spent a lot of time with Yerson Mosquera. We would sometimes go for food, or we’d go shopping.
Do you spend time with your teammates away from Compton?
I speak a lot with the younger players, like Toti. The young guys stick together!
Is there a specific restaurant or café that you like to visit?
In Birmingham, I like to go to ETCI. It’s a Turkish restaurant and it’s very good.
How much have you explored Wolverhampton?
I’ve not really explored Wolverhampton a lot. Sometimes I will go out and have a walk around the park, but not a lot. I like the area though and I will try and see more of it.
