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The English Premier League is arguably the most physically demanding soccer division on the planet. Almost every coach in the English top flight demands their players to be at the peak of their physical powers, as the systems only reward the fittest.
Speed is the ultimate proof of fitness, at least in this modern world of soccer. Almost every attacker in the Premier League packs an abundance of pace, meaning defenders also need to be just as quick to keep up with them. This results in a season-long battle of pace and agility until the quickest one remains.
Today, we will take a look at the speedsters who ruled the recently concluded Premier League season and check out the top speeds they clocked. Continue reading to meet the five fastest players of the 2023-24 campaign.
#5 Jakub Moder (Brighton & Hove Albion): 36.84 km/h
Jakub Moder Recovered From An ACL Tear
Kicking things off is Brighton & Hove Albion central midfielder Jakub Moder. The 25-year-old, who is the only central midfielder on this list, clocked 36.84 km/h during the Seagulls’ 5-0 routing of Sheffield United on February 18.
After recovering from an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tear, Moder played his first Premier League game of the season against Nottingham Forest on November 25. He kept himself fit for the remainder of the campaign but could not become a regular under Roberto De Zerbi. Moder ended the season with 17 appearances (6 starts), failing to score or assist.
#4 Pedro Neto (Wolverhampton Wanderers): 36.86 km/h
Pedro Neto Has Been Linked With Manchester United
Wolverhampton Wanderers winger Pedro Neto is one of the most sought-after players in the Premier League. He is quick, has excellent work-rate, and is an immaculate distributor in the final third. In the 2023-24 season, the Portuguese attacker reached a top speed of 36.86 km/h in the clash against Luton Town on September 23. He scored in the game as Wolves played out a 1-1 draw with Luton.
Neto suffered hamstring…
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Author : Sushan Chakraborty
Publish date : 2024-05-30 07:52:04
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