Gabriel Martinelli had such a wonderful season that he ranked among the fastest forwards in the 2022-23 Premier League. His explosiveness and speed definitely make him stand out from the rest of the pack, turning him into a real nightmare for opposing defenders.
The Brazilian had a breakout campaign with the Gunners, proving to play an instrumental role in Mikel Arteta’s team. The Ituano product finished 7th on the list, with 35.85 km/h. The fastest player of the season was Nottingham Forest’s Brennan Johnson, who registered 36.70 km/h.
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‘Catch me if you can’
With an impressive agility, Martinelli manages to break through the opposition’s lines and uses his speed to leave opponents on the way. His consistency in speed, even over long distances, makes him an extremely important asset to Arsenal.
His ability to suddenly change the rythm, alterating the tempo of a game is already valuable in itself. But the best of Martinelli is that he’s also a great finisher. In fact, he tied Roberto Firmino as the Brazilian with the most Premier League goals in a single season (15) this year.
Martinelli has become a symbol of speed and accuracy on Premier League pitches. Opposing defenses struggle to keep up with his quick moves and anticipate his devastating runs. As a key player for Arsenal, he epitomizes his team’s attacking strength and demonstrates the importance of having such a quick and talented winger in their ranks. It’s too soon to tell, but the sky seems to be the limit for this fascinating player.
