The analysis is done, and the results are in—Manchester United’s fastest footballers in the latest season are not only the ones you expected. There are some pleasant surprises in the list.
So, the official Premier League data puts Rashford in the first spot with a speed of 35.95 km/h! This might not be the fastest team sport speed.
Many other sports that need shorter bursts of speed often surpass these speeds. For example, if you check the fastest players in the history of NFL, you’ll find that Tyreek Hill reached a career peak of 36.3 km/h— a man rightly called “the Cheetah.” But it’s certainly something to be among the fasted United players alive! Let’s find out more.
10. Anthony Martial: 33.56 km/h
The forward is a valuable asset for United. He might be the last on this top 10 list, but his acceleration ranks among the best on the team. Add to that his ability to take on defenders with his excellent dribbling, and you have a versatile player who can ace center-forward or wings.
9. Alejandro Garnacho: 33.92 km/h
Another promising young talent, Garnacho’s speed and agility were never in question. His notable attributes enable him to make penetrating runs to create goal-scoring opportunities.
8. Jadon Sancho: 33.96 km/h
Whatever anyone else says, Sancho is an exceptionally skilled winger. When he joined United from Borussia Dortmund, we had little idea of the feats he would accomplish and the ways in which he can surprise.
While he’s not one of the fastest in the Premier League or even in Manchester United’s latest season performance, his agility and dribbling ability, combined with his precise acceleration, make him a challenging player for defenders to handle.
His overall skillset and creative flair also add a new dimension to the team’s attacking options.
7. Anthony Elanga: 34.27 km/h
A young and promising winger who has impressed fans with his pace and direct style of play more than a few times, Elanga might be relatively new to the Man United first team, but he’s always shown glimpses of his quickness and potential to be a major threat in the attacking third.
6. Aaron Wan-Bissaka: 34.42 k/h
Highly regarded for his defensive prowess and recovery speed, Wan-Bissaka is an exceptional right-back with lightning-fast acceleration. His speed allows him to close down opponents rapidly to win the ball back for his team.
His speed and defensive abilities make him a key player for United.
5. Tyrell Malacia: 34.76 km/h
After making waves as part of the Netherlands national team, the Dutch footballer contributed heavily to Man United’s attack plan. A formidable left-flank by all means, he’s well-known for his speed and athleticism.
As one of the fastest footballers in the Premier League, he has shown his excellent ability to make critical defensive recoveries, contributing to United’s build-up play from the back.
His profile might not be impressive, but he only has good things in front of him.
4. Luke Shaw: 34.85 km/h
Shaw’s streak of excellent performances in the past seasons is enough to bring him into the limelight—But his position as one of the fastest players in Man United is certainly a notch in his belt.
The left-back has displayed a significant improvement in his fitness and speed during his time at Man United. From covering ground on the left flank effectively to supporting the team’s attack plan with overlapping runs, Shaw’s pace makes him instrumental to good plays in almost all matches.
What’s more, his defensive speed is also pivotal in challenging opponents on the counter, and he has also helped the team bag new players!
3. Antony: 35.29 km/h
The talented Brazilian winger joined Man United from Ajax and has won the hearts of millions thanks to his excellent acceleration and quickness. He’s definitely one of the more dangerous players in one-on-one situations.
Antony’s flair and speed have the potential to make a remarkable impact on United’s attacking play style, and he delivers on that promise.
2. Diogo Dalot: 35.76
The full-back Dalot who spent time on loan from United, has shown impressive speed and the ability to make overlapping runs down the flanks. Dalot’s speed allows him to defend and contribute offensively from the right-back position.
Last year’s Man United speed champion, Dalot falls to #2 and gives the crown to the slightly faster Marcus Rashford.
1. Marcus Rashford: 35.95 km/h
Rashy is the personification of the word “dynamic.” Last season, he was behind Dalot but his sprint this year has surpassed him. Known for his blistering speed and versatility in attack, Rashford is a forward who excels as a center-forward.
His explosive pace, combined with acceleration, makes him a huge threat to any kind of defense. What’s more, his ability to score crucial goals for United remains to be a quality all fans love.
In Conclusion
The fastest players overall in the Premier League were Kyle Walker (Man City, 37.31 km/h), Brennan Johnson (Nottingham Forest, 36.70 km/h), Mykhailo Mudryk (Chelsea, 36.63 km/h), Anthony Gordon (Newcastle, 36.61 km/h), and Darwin Nunez (Liverpool, 36.53 km/h).
In the combined rankings, Rashford is #12, and Dalot is a couple of sports behind at #14. The list was officially revealed by the official Manchester United website.
