TOCA is a tech-enabled football training and entertainment company, transforming the football experience and growing participation in the sport.

Carlsen, a five-time World Chess Champion and the highest-rated player in history, is a keen football enthusiast and has previously held the world’s number one position in the Fantasy Premier League. Alongside his investment, TOCA and Carlsen will investigate opportunities to bridge the worlds of chess and soccer. 

“I am thrilled to participate in the growth of TOCA and, as a big soccer fan, believe the experiences and training they provide can grow the game on a global scale.” said Carlsen. “There is a lot of crossover between chess and soccer, whether it be the strategy in gameplay or tactical elements in particular situations. I hope to bring my love for soccer to a new range of fans, from casual players to professionals.”

“Magnus is regarded as the best chess player of all time and we are proud to welcome him to TOCA,” said Yoshi Maruyama, CEO of TOCA. “We see his partnership as an important step to bring new participants to soccer.”

TOCA is the official training partner of Major Leagues Soccer. In addition, TOCA recently welcomed US Women’s National Team and Angel City FC stars Alyssa and Gisele Thompson, joining England Men’s and Women’s National Team captains Harry Kane and Leah Williamson as brand ambassadors. TOCA Social, the world’s first immersive football and dining experience, recently announced the launch of its second UK site in Birmingham’s Bullring, which will open this summer.