It is a question that has been plaguing football fans for years: “Who is faster Mbappe or Ronaldo?” In this article, we will look at the speed of each player, the accuracy of Haaland and the world record of Bruno Henrique. But will their records ever be able to make the debate really end? What are the best ways to find out? Continue reading to find out!
Mbappe’s pace makes him a nightmare for defenders
The French international has blistering speed. At 36.2 km/h, Mbappe is already the third fastest player in the world and could become the fastest by 2020. Usain Bolt has rated him as one of the top three sprinters in history and has named him to his dream team. His speed makes him a nightmare for defenders. He is so fast that if he’s playing first, he can outpace most players.
Thierry Henry comparisons are common when it comes to Mbappe. While they are not entirely fair, the Frenchman has exceeded expectations. Buffon was right to be wary of him in the first leg, but the teenager tested him on several occasions. In the second leg, Mbappe finally managed to beat the Argentine goalkeeper. Mbappe’s dribbling skills make him a nightmare for defenders and he has scored a remarkable 171 goals in 217 appearances. However, his goal did not help Monaco surpass Juventus and will likely leave some fans disappointed.
Kylian Mbappe’s appearance is a perfect combination of athleticism and beauty. His striking dark eyes give him a unique look, and his teammates have nicknamed him Donatello or Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle. Despite the stereotypes, Mbappe’s hometown has seen some incredibly positive changes in recent years. After a game with Lyon in October, his teammates and family flocked to his car to meet him. The aspiring football star’s hordes were outnumbered by 35 fans.
While Kylian Mbappe has become one of the most coveted players in the world, the Frenchman is still only getting started. He is still a work in progress and is working hard to learn how to control his speed as he closes on defenders. He hopes to end up scoring 60 goals per season. It is a realistic goal-scoring threat.
Although Mbappe grew up in a suburb of Paris, he dreamed of owning his own car as a professional athlete. Today, he has more money than Ronaldo, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant combined. Yet he drives his own car for the sake of his family. The young star’s parents have not stopped him from learning to drive.
Ronaldo’s speed makes him a thorn in defences’ sides
While Messi is more a slender winger, Ronaldo has the speed and agility of a top NBA player. Both are explosive, but Ronaldo is far more dynamic. Ronaldo is 6’1″ and pure Portuguese muscle, making him difficult to contain on the ball. He is also extremely good at dribbling and shooting with either foot.
Juventus defenders have been unable to contain Ronaldo as he continues to run at pace. Juventus’ defence has to be at their best at the back to stop him. The Spaniard’s speed is the biggest problem for defences, and it makes him a thorn in the side of any defence. In this match, United’s midfield is compact, but Ronaldo has the speed and skill to exploit this weakness.
One of the best pictures of Ronaldo from the 1998 World Cup shows him running at full pelt. His arms and legs are moving so quickly that the camera is unable to follow them. His head is stationary and his eyes remain fixed on the target. Similarly, in many games, defenders find him a nightmare to cover up. Fortunately for the defenses, Ronaldo is a real threat.
After retiring from soccer, Ronaldo has been busy in the real world. He has a successful CR7 brand and is the highest paid endorser in sports history. In June 2017, his enormous marketability came to the fore as the subject of a legal case. Although the case has been settled, the footballer continues to rake in millions of dollars. He has also visited Burning Man in Nevada.
While it is true that United’s defence has tended to defend with 10 men for most of the game, Ronaldo needs to be managed. He was thrust forward in the semi-finals of the Champions League alone, whereas in the 2008 World Cup final, Wayne Rooney, Ji Sung Park and Sergio Busquets were pushed out wide. At Manchester United, the team does not press with Cristiano in front of goal because he is playing up front.
Haaland’s accuracy
While many players are quick to compare the skills and ability of young strikers like Mbappe and Ronaldo, few players can match Haaland’s consistency in the field. With an accuracy rate that exceeds 98%, Haaland is a far superior prospect than either of the two. But a more accurate comparison might be more revealing for his overall performance.
In the same article, Gary Neville also praised the youth development of Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland, who are both on the rise in the European game. Mbappe has been tearing up Ligue 1 since 2016-17, while Haaland earned a move to Borussia Dortmund last season. However, one must remember that both players are far from their prime and both have room to improve their performances.
Despite the pressure on Haaland at Dortmund, the Norwegian is more accurate than the rest of the European attack. He has an xG per shot of 0.22 since the start of last season, which measures the quality of an average shot. In other words, Haaland should score a goal every five shots. No player in Europe’s top five leagues has a higher average shot quality. Haaland’s goal scoring rates are comparable to the top forwards of the last decade.
The 2021/2022 season could bring a change of guard at the top level. Ronaldo and Messi have been considered “Gods” for years, but the new generation of superstars, such as Kylian Mbappe, are poised to take their places. And if they do, it will be a very exciting season. So why not give it a try?
The Norwegian forward has a strong will to win. He helped Dortmund to win the German Cup last year and has a proven track record of scoring at a high level. Haaland scored twice in one game against RB Leipzig last year. However, his goal scoring has covered up Dortmund’s defensive weaknesses and fluctuating form. He has had his dips, but they are less evident when compared to Mbappe and Ronaldo.
Bruno Henrique is the world’s fastest player
The Brazilian Portuguese to English dictionary shows a picture of Bruno Henrique running full tilt. He’s the world’s fastest player. The Flamengo winger clocked 38km/h in a 3-1 aggregate win over Internacional in August. After briefly playing for Wolfsburg in Europe, Bruno Henrique returned to Flamengo where he helped his team win the Copa Libertadores. He also helped Flamengo reach the Club World Cup final, which they lost to Liverpool.
Aside from being the fastest player in world football, Bruno Henrique is the fastest player in South America. He recently won his first senior international call up and will play against Peru and Colombia in the May friendly. Despite his recent injuries, Bruno Henrique looked a little unsure of himself as he played the match against Flamengo. That game changed everything. Flamengo were on a spending spree and Bruno Henrique’s performance was pivotal to their success.
Flamengo’s Bruno Henrique broke the record for fastest player by reaching 38km/h during a Copa Libertadores quarterfinal match against Internacional. The speed record has since been broken by the player who scored two goals in the same game, Internacional’s Gareth Bale. And it’s not just Brazilian players who are fast – the fastest players in Europe are often from other continents!
Flamengo won the Brazilian Cup last season. Bruno Henrique scored three goals in as many minutes and was the main goal scorer under the Portuguese manager Jesus. His blistering pace prompted Usain Bolt to name him to his dream team of three sprinters. And he did it again! Now, he’s the fastest player in the world! There’s no stopping him.