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It all started in 1993 when EA Sports introduced its first installment of the game. The game has become extremely popular amongst football fans and a huge success for the franchise. The game underwent a series of enhancements in the past few years and stunned the fans with great features.
The FIFA series is the best-selling sports video game franchise in the world and FIFA 12 holds the record for the "fastest selling sports game ever" with over 3.2 million games sold in its first week of release.
The latest version of the game, FIFA 19, will be released on 28th September. The demo version of the game was released this week and the fans can’t wait to get their hands on the full version. The player ratings are unveiled and as expected, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi took the top spots.
Players like Kylian Mbappe, Luka Modric, and Kevin de Bruyne have seen a considerable rise in their ratings. Pace is one of the key aspects of the game and the verdict is out on who the fastest player in FIFA 19 is.
On that note, let’s take a look at the 10 fastest players currently.
#10 Gelson Martins, Atletico Madrid
Pace: 94
Overall: 82
The new Atletico Madrid winger is ranked above some of the fastest players in the world. According to FIFA 19, Gelson Martins has a pace rating of 94 and is faster than some of the quickest players in world football like Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Marcus Rashford, Mo Salah, Ousmane Dembele, Theo Walcott, Jordi Alba, and Raheem Sterling.
Gelson Martins had a breakthrough campaign last season when he scored 13 goals and assisted 9 more in 52 appearances for Sporting CP. The 23-year-old possesses great abilities as a winger and playing in La Liga could get the best out of him.
The Portuguese international has represented his national side on 21 occasions so far. Martins was also named in the UEFA Europa League Squad of the Season for the 2017/18 campaign.
#9 Kingsley Coman, Bayern Munich
Pace: 94
Overall: 83
The 22-year-old is the fastest Bundesliga player on FIFA 19. The Bayern Munich youngster received a pace rating of 94 in FIFA 19, which listed him amongst some of the fastest legs in football. Primarily a winger, Coman can play anywhere across the front line as a striker, attacking midfielder, or as a winger on either flank.
A technically gifted player, the Frenchman is regarded a lot for his pace, dribbling, and vision. Coman made 33 appearances in all competitions for Bayern Munich last season and scored seven times. He has also contributed five assists. He is only 22 and has all the traits to go even faster in the coming seasons.
#8 Sadio Mane, Liverpool
Pace: 94
Overall: 86
The Senegal international was one of the best performers in European football last campaign. He played a huge role in Liverpool’s 2017/18 UEFA Champions League run and also in the Premier League. The 26-year-old scored 20 goals and assisted 8 more in all competitions for Liverpool last season.
The 2016/17 Liverpool Player of the Year has been in sensational form for Jurgen Klopp. Mane is regarded a lot for his pace, close control, and finishing abilities. A pace rating of 94 ranks him as one of the fastest players in the latest edition of the game. The Senegalese is off to a great start this season with four goals in four Premier League games.
#7 Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Arsenal
Pace: 94
Overall: 87
The former Borussia Dortmund striker grabbed a spot on the list dominated by wingers. The Gabon international moved to the Emirates in January and was one of their best performers in the second half of the 2017/18 campaign. Aubameyang scored 10 goals in 14 appearances for Arsenal last season.
The 29-year-old is one of the quickest players in Premier League this season. Aubameyang clocked 34.753 km/h against Manchester City during the opening game of the 2018/19 Premier League season. A prolific forward, Aubameyang is one of the best finishers in world football at the moment.
#6 Jurgen Damm, Tigres U.A.N.L
Pace: 95
Overall: 75
The Mexican winger is the only player outside of top European leagues to feature on the list. Primarily a winger, Damm plays in Liga MX for Tigres UANL. According to a study backed by FIFA, the Mexican international was the second fastest footballer in 2015 with a top speed of 35.23 km/h. Only Gareth Bale was able to finish above him.
The 25-year-old has played nine times for Mexico so far. Though his overall rating is low at 75, he is up there at the top when it comes to pace. With a pace rating of 95, Jurgen Damm is the sixth fastest footballer in the latest version of FIFA game series. He could be an exciting prospect for any European club.
#4 Leroy Sane, Manchester City
Pace: 95
Overall: 86
The German International is the second fastest Premier League player in FIFA 19, tied on fourth on this list. The 22-year-old was sensational for Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City last season with 14 goals and 17 assists in all competitions.
He was brilliant on the flanks and produced some exceptional football. Though he was ignored by Joachim Low for the 2018 World Cup, he was definitely one of City’s best performers last campaign.
Sane played a stellar role in their Premier League title win and was voted PFA Young Player of the Year during the 2017/18 season. He is only 22 and possesses great abilities to become one of the best footballers in the world.
#4 Douglas Costa, Juventus
Pace: 95
Overall: 86
According to FIFA 19, the Brazilian international is the fourth fastest footballer in the world, tied with Leroy Sane, having a pace rating of 95. Costa joined Juventus on loan during the summer of 2017 and made it a permanent one this summer. Douglas Costa played a huge role for Juventus last season with 6 goals and 13 assists from 47 appearances.
The 28-year-old showed tremendous pace on the flanks for the Serie A giants last campaign. A lively performer, Douglas Costa is one of those players who can create a goal out of nothing. The Juventus star has represented his national side on 29 occasions so far.
#3 Gareth Bale, Real Madrid
Pace: 95
Overall: 88
The Real Madrid star is the fastest La Liga player in the game with a rating of 95. Gareth Bale is an obvious candidate to take one of the top 10 spots. The Welshman is regarded a lot for his lightening pace and outrageous finishing abilities. Bale has started the 2018/19 season with a bang with three goals and an assist from three La Liga appearances.
Though he missed some part of the 2017/18 season because of injuries, he still scored 21 goals in 39 appearances. He can make things happen with the ball at his feet and also possesses great technical abilities. In the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo, Bale will finally get his chance to showcase his full potential.
#2 Adama Traore, Wolverhampton Wanderers
Pace: 96
Overall: 75
The Spanish under-21 international joined Wolverhampton Wanderers in a club-record £18 million deal this summer. Wolves decided to activate his release clause after the youngster produced some stunning displays for Middlesbrough last season. The 22-year-old hails from Barcelona’s famous youth system, La Masia.
He has already opened his mark in the Premier League with a goal against West Ham United in a 1-0 win. Those who watched him play this season have been absolutely stunned by his terrifying pace. Primarily a winger, Traore is taking the Premier League by storm and giving nightmares to defenders. A player to watch out for this season.
#1 Kylian Mbappe, Paris Saint-Germain
Pace: 96
Overall: 87
The 2018 World Cup winner is arguably the most impressive youngster in world football at the moment. Kylian Mbappe was vital for Paris Saint-Germain last season with 21 goals and 11 assists from 44 appearances.
Mbappe was the star of the show for France in the 2018 World Cup in Russia. The 19-year-old scored four goals in seven appearances for Didier Deschamps’ side. He is also the second most expensive player in the world right now.
The Frenchman can play as a striker or a winger. Mbappe is regarded a lot for his blistering pace, strength, and dribbling abilities. He is an intelligent player upfront with his movement and positioning. FIFA 19 rates him as the fastest player with a score of 96 and it is well-deserved.
