The Premier League have unveiled the list of the fastest players from the 2022/23 season, with official tracking data shedding light on the speediest stars of the game.
The list is dominated by forwards, with eight out of the top 10 fastest players playing in forward positions. This is a testament to the importance of speed in breaking through defences and creating scoring opportunities.
The list of the fastest players, compiled using official tracking data, includes some surprising names.
| Rank | Player Name | Speed (km/h) | Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kyle Walker | 37.31 | Manchester City |
| 2 | Brennan Johnson | 36.70 | Nottingham Forest |
| 3 | Mykhaylo Mudryk | 36.63 | Chelsea |
| 4 | Anthony Gordon | 36.61 | Newcastle United |
| 5 | Darwin Nunez | 36.53 | Liverpool |
As the new season approaches, it will be interesting to see if these players can maintain their pace and significantly impact the pitch.
