Who are the fastest players in 2024?

• Football has always been about athleticism and the pacy players often have an edge over their counterparts
• This is why you’ll find even a team that plays tiki-taka football has several fast players
• Micky van de Den is the fastest player in the world

Who are the fastest players in 2024? Football has always been about athleticism and the pacy players often have an edge over their counterparts, especially during counter-attacks. This is why you’ll find even a team that plays tiki-taka football has several fast players.

Putting that into consideration, we take a look at the fastest players in 2024 and the top speeds they have recorded in this article. Don’t be surprised with the absence of names such as Kylian Mbappe, Adama Traore and Ousmane Dembele because their top speed didn’t match the ones on the list, as per Khel Now.

1. Micky van de Ven

Micky van de Ven. Photo/ The Irish Times.

Since arriving at Tottenham Hotspur, Micky van de Ven has produced several outstanding performances, making him rank among the best centre-backs in the world right now. The Dutchman is known for his ability to read the game, aerial prowess and quick tackles.

Well, it may be a surprise to many that van de Den is the fastest player in the world. He recorded the top speed of 37.38 km/h during a Premier League match for Spurs this season.

2. Kyle Walker 

Kyle Walker has been among the fastest players in the world for some time now. Despite the fact that age is quickly catching up the with him, Walker still stuns many with his amazing speed on the pitch. The England international has been pivotal in Manchester City’s success in recent years and recorded top speed of 37.31 km/h last season.

3. Chiedozie Ogbene 

Luton Town winger caught the attention of many on 16 September 2023 when he recorded a top speed of 36.93 km/h in a Premier League match against Fulham. He is one of the fastest players in 2024. The 26-year-old was born in Lagos, Nigeria, but represents the Republic of Ireland national team at international level.

4. Pedro Neto 

Pedro Neto has been impressing since joining Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2019 from Lazio. The Portugal international has been on the radar of several top clubs even though he is yet to secure a transfer. Neto recorded top speed of 36.86 km/h this season when Wolves travelled to Luton to play a Premier League match.

5. Dominik Szoboszlai

Dominik Szoboszlai. Photo/ Liverpool

Dominik Szoboszlai joined Liverpool last summer for a fee reported to be 60 million euros. He has been outstanding since the start of this season and one of his highlights has been the 36.76 km/h top speed he recorded during Liverpool’s clash against Wolves in the Premier League. The Hungarian international played for RB Leipzig prior to his big move to Liverpool.

6. Dara O’Shea 

Next on the list of the fastest players in 2024 is Dara O’Shea. The Irish defender stunned many with his top speed of 36.73 km/h during Burnley’s match against Crystal Palace in the Premier League.

7. Anthony Gordon 

Anthony Gordon is undoubtedly one of the best young players in the Premier League right now. The Newcastle United man has been impressing football fans with his performance in matches since joining from Everton. His top speed is 36.68 km/h recorded in Newcastle United’s match against Burnley.

8. Amadou Onana 

Amadou Onana has been one of the key players in Everton’s squad this season. He ran at a top speed of 36.65 km/h during the match against Liverpool this season. Onana was born in Senegal but opted to play for the Belgium national team at international level.

Amadou Onana. Photo/ The Athletic.

9. Antonio Rudiger 

According to Opta, Antonio Rudiger was the fastest footballer in the English Premier League in 2022. Even though it’s been two years down the line, only a few footballers have gone past the top speed of 36.7 km/h which he recorded at Chelsea.

One of the best defenders in the world, Rudiger is currently signed to La Liga giants Real Madrid where he continues to impress in defence. The Germany international is known for his aggressive nature, which enables him induce fear in opponents on the pitch.

10. Mykhailo Mudryk 

Things have not been so well with Mykhailo Mudryk since joining Chelsea. The 23-year-old is yet to give that consistent performance that made him a target for several top clubs before the Blues signed him. Nevertheless, he has given us a few amazing performances and is one of the fastest footballers in 2024. His recorded top speed is 36.63 km/h.