EA FC 24: 20 Fastest Players

Key Takeaways

• Fast players are extremely influential in
  EA FC 24
  , with a good pace rating sometimes being more important than a player’s overall rating.
• Jeremie Frimpong, Ousmane Dembele, and Trinity Rodman are among the fastest players in the game, offering explosive acceleration and speed.
• Karim Adeyemi and Kylian Mbappe are the top two players in terms of pure speed, with Mbappe standing out as one of the best and most dominant players in the game.

Plenty of gameplay changes came with the rebranding of the franchise, but one thing remains clear: fast players are as dominant as ever. A good pace rating seems to be more important than the overall rating more often than not. Almost everyone is looking to add one of the fastest players in EA FC 24 to their team. It might seem like a cliché at this point, but they truly are overpowered.

Whether it’s career mode or Ultimate Team, playing online or offline, having someone who can leave defenders in the dust or get back on defense like any other is a difference maker. Taking into consideration the brand new PlayStyles and the different types of acceleration, some of the fastest players in EA FC 24 can leave others in the dust and leave the goalkeeper vulnerable as players zoom past defenses to force one-on-one situations more often than not.

Updated on September 11, 2024, by Mehrdad Khayyat: Thanks to a wide variety of players available from both men’s and women’s league, Ultimate Team mode in EA Sports FC 24 allows players to deeply customize their squad and build their dream team that plays the way they desire.

Most playstyles, however, do benefit from fast players, especially the ones that rely more on ground-based play and through balls. If strikers or wingers manage to outpace the opponent’s defensive players, the chances of scoring goals and claiming a win will increase significantly. On the other hand, it is also crucial to have quick defenders who can chase down the opponent strikers in defensive scenarios.

20 Sophia Smith

Pace: 93

Sophia Smith is a striker that every team would love to have in the squad. Although she is standing at the bottom of this list with a Pace rating of 93, she has a much higher Overall rating than most of the players on the list. She delivers a complete package of top-notch pace, shooting, dribbling, and even physics.

The only downside for Smith is that she is playing in the United States women’s league, which makes her the best candidate for the squads based on NWSL. This will force Sophia Smith to have zero Chemistry with a European squad unless the player matches her with another US player in a European League.

The good news is Smith has an even higher pace rating in EA Sports FC 25.

19 Rafa

Pace: 93

The best things to accompany a good pace in players are high-level Shooting and Dribbling stats. Rafa might not be ideal in the former, but he is still among the best players of Liga Portugal in dribbling. In fact, Rafa is the fastest dribbler in the Portuguese league, and that makes him a better choice over his teammate, Di Maria, if pacing is the top priority.

Moreover, Rafa is a Portuguese player, which allows him to have an even better level of chemistry with a Portuguese squad. That being said, Rafa is not a tall central forward, and for those planning on aerial attacks, he might not be a good candidate.

18 Theo Hernandez

Pace: 93

AC Milan’s French Left-Back is quite reliable in terms of wide attacks and running inside from the edges. He might not be a fully defense-focused player, but for those who are looking for a fast piston on the left side of the pitch, Theo Hernandez is an excellent option.

While most fast players are relatively weak in physical stats, Hernandez comes with an eye-catching Physical rating of 84, which allows him to have a great chance of winning aerial battles over possessing the ball, while benefiting from a top-level speed on the ground.

17 Rafael Leao

Pace: 93

The Portuguese gem is pretty hard to ignore especially for those who build a team around Serie A players. Next to Napoli’s Kvaratskhelia, Rafael Leao is the best Left-Winger in the top level of the Italian football league, and when it comes to pacing, he is the absolute best in Serie A.

The base version of Leao in Ultimate Team comes with a Pace rating of 93 and a good Physical rating of 76, which makes him both fast and strong in pushing through the defense line without losing the ball so easily. The Shoot rating, however, is stuck at 80, which might not satisfy some players at high levels.

16 Ousmane Dembele

Pace: 93

A well-known Ultimate Team cheat code, PSG’s newest star comes with rapid + and quick steps. Rapid+ alone makes Dembele unguardable, especially considering he has an 87 dribbling and 5-star combo for skills and weak foot. He is probably better in the game than he is in real life.

His acceleration stands at 94 with a 93 sprint speed. He has 90 agility and 52 strength, which once again results in an explosive pure acceleration type. His PlayStyles and dribbling give him the edge over Frimpong simply because he will feel faster and have more control with the ball.

15 Michael

Pace: 94

The Saudi Pro League is home to a bunch of talent, with the financial investment in the league making it clear why there are so many amazing stars seeking a move here. There are many great players plying their trade here, with one of the better players on Al Hilal being Michael, a pacey player with a lot of skills to bring to the table.

The amazing pace of this player makes him worth selecting for players who want to use a swift footballer to get behind the opponent’s defensive line. Most players who unpack this player will be more than willing to use him on their team, even if trying to nail the team chemistry can get slightly harder when they do.

14 Ismaila Sarr

Pace: 93

A player who made a name for himself on Watford before moving to Marseille and coming back to the PL again to play for Crystal Palace, Ismaila Sarr is a someone who certainly boasts a ton of speed. This makes him a coveted player in the eyes of many, even if the rest of his stats may not be as high as most people would want. Still, this should take nothing away from what this player brings to the table.

Players will be more than happy to have this player on their team. He does a great job of moving the ball forward into dangerous locations to bolster the attack. At 23 years old, there’s still a lot of room for this player to improve and become a top-tier soccer player who can take over and lead his team’s offense.

13 Rosemonde Kouassi

Pace: 94

The addition of women’s soccer in this reputed franchise was a long time coming, and fans were more than glad to finally see this in EA FC 24. There are many great female players in the game who boast a ton of skill and can school most players with ease, and a great example of the same is Rosemonde Kouassi.

This player has amazing pace, leaving her opponents in the dust as she takes the ball and helps her teammates edge closer to getting a valuable goal. It’s easy to see why so many players would choose Washington Spirit or the Ivory Coast Women’s National Team as their squad just to get a chance to control this pacey soccer player.

12 Inaki Williams

Pace: 94

Inaki Williams is one of Athletic Bilbao’s best players, in no small part because of his immense speed. This makes him a critical part of any attack, zooming past opponents before unleashing a shot into the net that should go in almost every time.

Using this character’s speed is a must for players who want to make the most of his strengths. The player’s loyalty to Athletic Bilbao is quite commendable, even if he could’ve been a bigger name if he’d thought about moving to a bigger club.

11 Sheraldo Becker

Pace: 94

Most people have never heard the name Sheraldo Becker, and it’s easy to see why this is the case. The player hasn’t enjoyed the most glowing football career, but there’s one area where he’s wowed everyone else — his pace.

Despite being an average player in FC 24, most players would want to get their hands on Becker just to mess around with his speed. If nothing else, his pace can expose the opposition and help players launch effective counterattacks. Becker now plays for Real Sociedad in LaLiga.

10 Kevin Schade

Pace: 94

Another fairly unknown player whose pace helps him stand out, Kevin Schade plays in an attacking role and is currently signed to Brentford. The pace of this player is immense, leaving most people in the dust once he starts sprinting.

His stats in other departments are serviceable at best, but most players won’t mind once they get the ball to his feet. The speed at which Kevin can run in the game is astonishing and makes him one of the speediest players in FC 24.

9 Jeremie Frimpong

Pace: 94

Jeremie is the fastest right back/right wing back in the game and someone who could get the spot in the fastest starting 11 for a very long time. Unfortunately, he doesn’t have any PlayStyle+, but he does have the basic rapid and quick step PlayStyles, which are essential to almost any player in this list. He has one of the highest acceleration ratings in the game, with 96, although his sprint speed stops at 92.

For a defender, he has amazing dribbling stats with an 84, which makes him a great asset to get some incursions into enemy territory. His 91 agility and 61 strength make for an explosive pure acceleration type, a devastating first step that will make him hard to pass and hard to stop.

8 Trinity Rodman

Pace: 94

The second-fastest woman in the game, Trinity Rodman is an anomaly that doesn’t only rely on being explosive. She has quick step+, which grants her an amazing acceleration burst and rapid. Her pace stats are a 93 acceleration and a 94 sprint speed. But what makes her stand out the most is her 88 agility and 81 strength stats that produce a controlled explosive acceleration type.

Despite what we have seen so far, she can hold her own on long runs and even fight against the trees with her 80+ strength and overall 83 physicality. She also has other interesting PlayStyles as relentless and trickster. Rodman is truly one of the best right wings despite her 84 rating and certainly one of the fastest.

7 Delphine Cascarino

Pace: 94

The fastest woman in EA FC 24, Cascarino might not even be the best right wing in her team by rating, but she is definitely fast. As usual, she has quick step+, but she also adds technical to the mix, which will give her a more controlled run with the ball. Her pace stats are similar to Conteh’s, 95 acceleration and 94 sprint speed.

Her stunning 93 agility is the differentiator. Combined with a low 55 strength makes for another case of explosive pure acceleration, which surprisingly works well with the technical PlayStyle. She will remain closer to the ball than she should be, given her stats.

6 Sirlord Conteh

Pace: 95

Conteh is a player made for Ultimate Team. Despite being only a 68 overall, which makes him a silver, almost a bronze, he is lightning quick. The German striker has quick step+ and rapid, just like Rodman. His pace is even better, with 94 acceleration and 95 sprint speed.

With an 88 agility and 59 strength, he joins the explosive pure acceleration club. As a 68, he doesn’t have many good stats beyond pace, but of course, this is about being the fastest; in that category, he stands at number 7, even though he is by far the worst player on the list. Still, he’s a total monster for silver-only competitions.

5 Alphonso Davies

Pace: 95

To complete the full-backs, with a Bundesliga connection too, Davies comes in as the fastest left back in the game. He has Quick Step + and Rapid, which complement well with his build and stats. He has amazing pace numbers with 96 acceleration and 95 sprint speed.

The downside is his 86 agility is a little low. However, his decent enough physical stats, including a 75 strength, make him a controlled explosive acceleration type. He might not be the same in terms of getting past players, but he makes up for it with the ability to cover greater distances, a superb asset for a full-back.

4 Moussa Diaby

Pace: 95

Yet another right winger, but this time, the player the fastest at his position. Diaby has 95 acceleration and 95 sprint speed, which is slightly less than Davies. He has the edge on agility with a 92 but no kind of strength with 44. He is an explosive pure acceleration type. As usual, he has quick step+ and rapid. He also adds First Touch to the mix, which increases the acceleration when he gets the ball.

Between Davies and him, it can be hard to choose between these two swift players. Short sprints will give the edge to Diaby, while longer runs will favor Davies. The best is settling for saying they are set for a pretty intense battle between them, especially considering one is a left-back and the other right-wing.

3 Vinicius Jr.

Pace: 95

Vinicius is the improved version of Diaby playing in the right wing. They have the same PlayStyles, quick step +, rapid, and first touch. Same pace stats, 95 acceleration, and 95 sprint speed. He has the best agility on the list with a 94, 30 above his strength, resulting once again in explosive pure acceleration.

He is in the same conversation about distance with Davies and Diaby, but his stunning 90 dribbling makes him feel the fastest of the three. Add the 5-star skills, and there is another nightmare for the opposition, one that has been famous for terrorizing defenses in Ultimate Team over the last few years.

2 Karim Adeyemi

Pace: 96

Adeyemi is the one and only player in EA FC 24 with a 96-pace rating. He earned the top 2 based on pure speed. Of course, that’s not all. Like almost everyone else, he has quick step + and rapid.

He has a decent 88 agility and 66 strength, which makes him the last subscriber of the explosive pure acceleration type. He is only an 80 overall, so he doesn’t exceed beyond pure pace, but he is a great option for early Ultimate Team and especially for career mode since he is just 21 years old.

1 Kylian Mbappe

Pace: 97

Who else could top the list if not him? Players might be tired at this point, getting desperate every time they see him on the other team. This year, he is tied for the highest overall with 91. He has a ridiculous 97 pace that comes, as usual, with quick step+ and rapid.

He has 93 agility and 77 strength, which gets him mostly explosive acceleration. This type works much better than both pure explosive and controlled explosive. His stunning 92 dribbling with 5-star skills also helps. This guy is simply unfair — broken. If somehow a player gets Mbappé, it’s a reason to throw a party. An elite card from beginning to end in Ultimate Team and arguably the best player in the game.

In EA Sports FC 25, Mbappe is a Real Madrid player. Vini Jr and Mbappe could be a nightmare duo for any other team in the game!