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EA Sports is about to release the latest iteration of their famous franchise FIFA on 27th September 2018. FIFA 19 has a lot of features to offer and critics from all around the world is already lauding the recently released demo of the aforementioned game. A few days back, EA announced the top 100 players in the game in a span of 7 days. However, one secret that they never say is that most people who play FIFA 19 do not care only about the overall rating. However, they care about the players' pace.
In a game where through balls can cut the defense like a sharp knife, strikers with pace is an absolute prerequisite for taking advantage of such through balls. The same is the case with defenders. Defenders like Kalidou Koulibaly, Kostas Manolas, and Eric Bailly were in high demand in FIFA 18 because they had a top pace that could rival even the fastest of the strikers.
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With less than 2 weeks left for the release of the game, let us take a look at the fastest players in the game. If two or more players have the same pace, the player with the highest overall is ranked higher.
#10. Gelson Martins
Position: Right Midfield
Overall Rating: 82
PACE: 94
The Portugal speedster retained his 94 pace rating from FIFA 18. His move to Athletico Madrid would increase his demands as he can form strong links with players like Antonio Griezmann, Luka Modric and Tony Kroos.
#9. Kingsley Coman
Position: Left Midfield
Overall Rating: 83
PACE: 94
Kingsley Coman got a major boost from FIFA 18. With a pace of 94, 5-star skill moves, and strong links with players like Robert Lewandowski, Leon Goretzka, Paul Pogba, and David Alaba, Kingsley Coman will be on huge demand in the early days of FIFA 19.
#8. Sadio Mane
Position: Left Winger
Overall Rating: 86
PACE: 94
Sadio Mane has been in top form for Liverpool in the recent months. Even though his country does not boast many top players, he can form strong links with top players like Sergio Aguero, Kevin de Bruyne and Roberto Firminho.
#7. Pierre Emerick Aubameyang
Position: Striker
Overall Rating: 87
PACE: 94
Aubameyang is one of the most used players in almost every football games. His top pace and top quality finishing make him the perfect target man for long ball attacks. He has the same strengths and weaknesses as Sadio Mane.
#6. Jurgen Damm
Position: Right Midfield
Overall Rating: 75
PACE: 95
Jurgen Damm plays for Tigres UANL in Mexican League. His low overall rating along with his nationality and league would be a major repulsive factor for the young Mexican.
#5. Douglas Costa
Position: Left Midfield
Overall Rating: 86
PACE: 95
The Brazilian winger was an attraction in FIFA 18 for being an easy player to dribble with. With an upgraded card, 5-star skill moves and the ability to link with top class players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Ciro Immobile, Dries Mertens, Alex Sandro, and Casemiro, Douglas Costa will be a very expensive card in FIFA 19.
#4. Leroy Sane
Position: Left Winger
Overall Rating: 86
PACE: 95
One of the prominent players in FIFA 18, Leroy Sane will be a presence in most of the FIFA 19 teams with his excellent pace stats. He can form links with stars like Sergio Aguero, Romelu Lukaku, Thomas Muller, and Toni Kroos.
#3. Gareth Bale
Position: Right Winger
Overall Rating: 88
PACE: 95
Gareth Bale has been one of the best cards in FIFA games for past few seasons. His excellent pace, shooting and dribbling stats and the ability to form links with world class players like Luka Modric, Toni Kroos and Luis Suarez imply that he would be a difficult player to get in the game.
#2. Adama Traore
Position: Right Winger
Overall Rating: 75
PACE: 96
Being from Spain and Premier League, Traore will be a great hybrid card to have at the early phases of the game. With a pace of 96 and dribbling of 84, he would be really tough for the opponents to contain. For a starter, Traore can be a really good addition to the team.
#1. Kylian Mbappe
Position: Right Winger
Overall Rating: 87
PACE: 96
The 19-year-old sensation is best speedster one can have in his team. His outstanding pace and dribbling stats along with his ability to link with Paul Pogba, Edinson Cavani, Nabil Fekir and Falcao will easily make him one of the most sought out players in the entire game.
