These athletes have demonstrated their ability to consistently hit top gear on the field.
Athleticism has always been key in football. In order to perform better, players mentally and physically prepare for matches and stay away from distractions. To help the team play fast football, a player needs to be physically strong to challenge the opposition and, above all, have quickness.
The team can change direction quickly and expose opponents during counterattacks when they have the fastest players. A fast player can outrun a defense that is inert.
Over the years, quick players have significantly benefited the clubs. They play with an unmatched intensity, lending a helping hand during counterattacks or being the first to retrieve the ball when tracking back.
Lallianzuala Chhangte (33.18%): 35.18 mph
Lallianzuala Chhangte, who won the 2022–2023 AIFF Men’s Footballer of the Year award, is renowned for his lightning-fast reflexes and remarkable speed. Mumbai City FC’s Chhangte, also known as the Mizo Flash because of his lightning-fast speed, set a personal best speed of 35.18 km/h during the 2023–24 Indian Super League.
Theo Hernandez, 32, at 35.7 km/h
Theo Hernandez is one of the Champions League’s top ten fastest football players. With AC Milan, the 25-year-old is having one of his best seasons to date. Hernandez has played for several teams, but he hasn’t yet demonstrated his full potential on the field. The football player, who joined AC Milan in 2019, is at last enjoying his best season there.
He had remarkable vision at Milan.
