The faster your player is, the more of an advantage he has in sprinting past the defenders inside FIFA 23. The same has been true for most previous FIFA games, which is why you will generally see a bias in the game's community for players that pack high speed.
As a result, you may also consider trying those players with great stats in terms of pace, as they will enable you to outpace the opponents and possibly create goal-scoring opportunities. Doing so will certainly be a valuable change for you in the Career Mode.
The stats below are from FIFA 23's latest squad update.
10 Alex Bangura, SC Cambuur
Alex Bangura is the fastest Full Back in FIFA 23, alongside Alphonso Davies, and he can become an invaluable asset to your defence to face off against pacey attackers. The Sierra Leone International plays for SC Cambuur in the Eredivisie, the top tier of football in the Netherlands.
He has a base rating of 69 and a pace stat of 94, which is impressive. Given Alex Bangura's low rating, you will be able to get him for close to €3 million, and he will grow up to the mid-70s and might reach the 80 mark with dynamic player potential.
9 Kevin Schade, Brentford – Loaned From Freiburg
Kevin Schade is one of the more effective, quick-moving Wingers you can find in the Career Mode. He can easily slip past the opposing defence with his 94-pace stat, which will help create a bunch of chances for your team's primary Striker.
The young German talent has a rating of 71 and the potential to reach 83, suggesting he could be an excellent investment for your club. However, you can only buy him in the second season because he is on loan to Brentford.
8 Sebastián Villa, Boca Juniors
Sebastián Villa will bring great speed and the flair that South American football is known for to your club in the Career Mode. With a pace stat of 94 and an outstanding balance of acceleration, sprint speed, and agility, the Colombian is quick on the pitch.
Getting him would cost you around €20 million, and since his contract ends in 2024, you can eventually try to get the player for free. The 78-rated forward can also play on both sides of the wings, and you can position him according to your team's needs.
7 Ismaïla Sarr, Watford
Ismaïla Sarr has been one of Watford's best players in the EFL Championship, and you may recall him being among the most promising prospects between FIFA 16 and FIFA 21. The Senegalese forward is rated 76 in FIFA 23, while his pace is rated highly at 94, which enables him to skip past players with ease.
In addition, he has decent dribbling and four-star skill moves that will undoubtedly greatly assist you. However, his potential is only 79, which isn't very much compared to the game's previous iterations.
6 Iñaki Williams, Athletic Bilbao
Another rapid player that you may get in the FIFA 23 Career Mode is Iñaki Williams. The Ghanaian Striker is pretty consistent, and his real-life record of most consecutive matches played in La Liga represents the same.
As with all the others mentioned above, he also possesses a pace stat of 94, and you will likely be able to purchase the 81-rated player for €30-35 million. Iñaki Williams can also play Right Mid and Left Mid well, and when rebuilding the top teams, you can sign him as a backup option as he will offer a lot from the bench.
5 Sheraldo Becker, Union Berlin
Sheraldo Becker can be considered among the many reasons behind the brilliant performance of Union Berlin in the Bundesliga during the 2022-2023 season. He is a significant danger in front of the goal, and you can sign him in Career Mode to have a great option in your attack.
Surinamese Striker has 94-pace in the game, with his acceleration and sprint speed being the key points. He's rated 77, so he'll be a good choice, and you could get him for less than €15 million with good negotiations.
4 Daniel James, Fulham – Loaned From Leeds United
Daniel James, a former Manchester United Winger, can be a tremendous addition that you can make to your club in FIFA 23. Within the first season, you will find the Welshman loaned out to Fulham from Leeds United, and you will eventually be able to buy him in the second season.
The player has a pace stat of 95, and you can easily outrun defenders using him. Moreover, he has a value of less than €10 million, so you would not have to spend much to sign in. Apart from that, he has a potential of 78, which is adequate for a squad player.
3 Adama Traoré, Wolverhampton Wanderers
Being one of the world's fastest players, Adama Traoré would be a great addition to your team in the Career Mode of FIFA 23. While he currently represents Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League, football fans will best know him for his notable loan move to FC Barcelona in the 2021–2022 season.
Within FIFA 23, the Spanish Winger has 95 pace, and his 84 dribbling stat enables him to skip past players nicely. Nonetheless, Adama Traoré isn't that good in the final third due to his finishing, so you can primarily utilize him to produce chances for a clinical Striker.
2 Vinícius Júnior, Real Madrid
Vinícius Júnior is the next big thing for Real Madrid, having played a vital role in the club's successful UCL and La Liga campaigns. The Brazilian Left Winger boasts an impressive 95 speed, as well as exceptional dribbling and shooting skills, making him a complete package as a forward.
Adding him to your Career Mode team would solidify your club's attack, which is why you can think about acquiring him. However, given the hefty transfer fee you would have to pay, getting him for Road to Glory rebuilds may not be possible.
1 Kylian Mbappé, Paris Saint-Germain
Kylian Mbappé, who has a 97 pace rating in FIFA 23, is the fastest player in the game. Many deem him the next legend in the making, and his consistent performances over the last 5-6 seasons have established him as arguably the most talented player in the world.
Not only is Kylian Mbappé the fastest player in the game but he is also tied for the highest-rated, with a rating of 91. He is ideal for the Career Mode, and his potential of 95 ensures that you have the Striker position covered for the duration of the rebuild.