What are the fastest teams in FIFA 21

As a passionate FIFA gamer and content creator, I consistently analyze player stats and club attributes across new editions of the game. Pace has always been a vital metric – with rapid wingers, overlapping fullbacks and speedy strikers integral to implementing high press systems and launching deadly counters.

Based on extensive gameplay over FIFA 21‘s cycle alongside in-depth study of ratings, here are the fastest football clubs that utilize pace to devastating effect:

Paris Saint-Germain

Paris Saint-Germain is undoubtedly the fastest attacking unit in FIFA 21. Boasting lightning quick forwards like Mbappe (97 pace) and Neymar (92 pace), they can unlock defenses in the blink of an eye. Di Maria at RW also has 90 pace complemented by elite dribbling and passing. Upfront, Icardi provides aerial threat and excellent finishing to convert the service from wide areas.

In midfield, talents like Verratti, Paredes and Rafinha supply pinpoint through balls for the pace merchants upfront. While not the quickest, these playmakers have excellent vision and short passing to set the front three away. Out wide, speedy full backs like Florenzi (85 pace) and Kurzawa (83 pace) bomb forward to provide width and crosses.

According to FIFA analyst BorasLegend, PSG‘s combination of pace and flair causes utter chaos against any defense:

"Using Mbappe, Neymar and Di Maria together is almost unfair. Their speed is matched by top-class dribbling and skill moves. Adding to this, the passing, crossing and movement of PSG‘s attack is near unstoppable in FIFA 21."

As a fellow gamer, I‘ve also unleashed PSG‘s terrifying attack in FUT Champs and online seasons. Their speed and agility in getting behind defenses is unmatched. While stamina can drain for the flair players, tactical tweaks like conservative interceptions and fast build up play cover this weakness.

Pace Ratings for PSG‘s Key Players

Liverpool

Under Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool have gained notoriety for their heavy metal football. In FIFA 21, The Reds are designed for counter pressing and rapid transitions. They too boast electric attackers like Mane (94 pace) and Salah (92 pace) who are nightmares for defenders. Firmino as CF has 88 pace along with sublime dribbling and 5* skill moves to round keepers.

What gives Liverpool truly terrifying speed is their use of full backs. Arnold and Robertson have both clocked 95+ pace ratings to bomb down flanks on overlap. This stretches play to allow the forwards to get in behind. Box-to-box midfielders like Henderson, Wijnaldum and Oxlade also cover ground rapidly to win second balls.

As shared by AuzioMF, pro esports athlete for FNATIC, Liverpool‘s suffocating press and speed on the break defines their FIFA 21 identity:

"Klopp‘s tactics and Alexander-Arnold having 95 pace gives Liverpool amazing width. The front three interplay so well together too. I use Liverpool a lot personally – that counter press combined with the pace they have going forward is so powerful."

I‘ve too enjoyed success using Liverpool in online seasons and Ultimate Team. The stamina ratings through the side allow Klopp‘s heavy metal style to shine. Their fitness coupled with the full back bomb forward tactic generates huge pace down the middle and on overlaps.

Pace Ratings for Liverpool‘s Key Players

Manchester City

Under the guidance of Pep Guardiola, Manchester City have achieved domestic dominance through exhilarating pass-and-move football. In FIFA 21, the blue half of Manchester boasts electric wide attackers like Sterling (93 pace) and new arrival Ferran Torres (91 pace).

Sterling‘s combination of explosive acceleration with 4* skill moves destroys full backs. On the other flank, Torres and Mahrez offer inverted playmaking and tricky dribbling to cut inside. Aguero as striker has dropped pace at 84 now but his positioning, shooting and strength offers a fulcrum for wide play.

In midfield, De Bruyne‘s through balls and crosses (89 pace) supply the pace merchants either side. Defensively, Walker at RB has 94 pace to snuff out counters while Laporte brings speed at CB. This allows a higher line and intensity to the press.

As analyst BorasLegend summarizes, the tandem play of City‘s wingers and full backs generates unrelenting attacks in FIFA 21:

"Using Sterling, Mahrez or Torres out wide with De Bruyne at CAM is so difficult to handle. Their close dribbling and agility coupled with Walker overlapping causes nightmares. You have to set depth and width perfectly against City otherwise that pace kills you."

I‘ve enjoyed utilizing City‘s pacey wing play both online and in squad battles. Their stamina does require some conservation at times but tactics like ‘balanced‘ offensive style and 60 depth counters this. Allowing width then hitting teams on the counter works perfectly.

Pace Ratings for Manchester City‘s Key Players

Bayern Munich

Under Hansi Flick, Bayern have adopted an exhilarating, high intensity attacking approach that steamrolls opponents. In FIFA 21, die Roten have tremendous pace across the forward line. Wingers like Gnabry (93 pace), Sané (92 pace) and Coman (92 pace) attack with lightning speed down the flanks. Lewandowski as striker boasts 80 pace with lethal shooting and aerial threat.

Bayern‘s wide threat stretches backlines which then allows Lewandowski space to pounce. Additionally, Kimmich (82 pace) and Goretzka (84 pace) in midfield shut down counters rapidly while also driving forward to support attacks. Alaba at CB also provides recovery pace given Bayern‘s high defensive line.

Esports professional DullenMIKE is a huge advocate of Bayern‘s pace and pressing style in FIFA 21:

"I love using Bayern – they can press so aggressively with that PACE! Gnabry, Davies, Coman out wide then Lewandowski‘s positioning and finishing is phenomenal. I run fast build up and around 65 depth which helps activate the press."

My own experience reflects this – Bayern‘s pace, power andclinical finishing makes them devastating in attack. Their high depth and press did leave some counter vulnerability but I offset this with instructions like conservative interceptions on the fullbacks.

Pace Ratings for Bayern Munich‘s Key Players

So in summary, PSG, Liverpool, Man City and Bayern Munich boast the most prolific pace across attackers and even defense in FIFA 21. Their playing styles, tactics and manager mentalities are built to unleash speed on opponents whether pressing high or hitting the counter. While Juventus and sides like Leicester City and Atlanta United also have rapid forwards, the above clubs possess greater overall team pace.

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