Celtic Star Nicolas Kuhn Crowned Champions League Speed King, Overtaking Kylian Mbappe
Nicolas Kuhn, Celtic’s German winger, has stunned football fans by outpacing Kylian Mbappe in the Champions League speed rankings. According to recent data, Kuhn trails only Achraf Hakimi of PSG and Chemsdine Talbi of Club Brugge in the list of fastest players.
Kuhn’s Impressive Statistics
Kuhn has played 289 minutes of Champions League football this season, covering an impressive 35.1km and achieving a top speed of 35.9km/h. In contrast, Mbappe has played 302 minutes, covering 30.2km with a top speed of 35.7km/h.
The 24-year-old German has been instrumental in Celtic’s success, scoring nine goals and providing 10 assists in just 16 appearances. His ambition to break into the senior German national team set-up is well-known, having represented his country at every age group from under-15s to under-20s.
“It said it before when I was in the second league in Germany, my goal is to play Champions League and get into the national team. That’s what I’m working on,” Kuhn revealed.
Team-mate Cameron Carter-Vickers praised Kuhn’s meteoric rise, saying: “Nic’s been great this season. Even last season you saw in training and stuff the quality he had, but it’s just putting it all together on a match day for him. This season he’s started great and he’ll make that continue.”
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers will be thrilled with Kuhn’s performances, particularly after the impressive 3-1 win over RB Leipzig. The German winger’s speed and skill have made him an invaluable asset to the Hoops.
The Champions League speed rankings have sparked debate among football fans, with many surprised to see Kuhn outranking Mbappe. However, the Celtic star’s statistics demonstrate his exceptional pace and dedication to improving his game.
As the Champions League progresses, Kuhn will face stiff competition from other speedy wingers. Nevertheless, his current form suggests he will remain a key player for Celtic and potentially, the German national team.
The speed rankings:
- Achraf Hakimi (PSG) – 36.5km/h
- Nicolas Kuhn (Celtic) – 35.9km/h
- Chemsdine Talbi (Club Brugge) – 35.8km/h
- Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid) – 35.7km/h
With his sights set on breaking into the national team, Kuhn will continue to push himself to new heights. Celtic fans will eagerly anticipate his next performance, hoping he maintains his impressive speed and skill.
The Scottish champions’ next match is against Dundee, providing Kuhn with another opportunity to showcase his talents. As the season unfolds, Celtic’s German winger will undoubtedly remain one to watch.
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