7 players who are blessed with both pace and power

Pace and power are essential attributes in modern football, and most players get by well enough with either one. A select few, however, are blessed with both. The combination of strength, speed and stamina can be quite deadly, especially when a bit of skill is added to the mix.Players possessing all of these qualities stand tall above the rest and are huge assets to their team. They can blow past defenders, power their way through trouble and work their socks off throughout the 90.We look at 7 players who are blessed with both attributes.

#1 Alexis Sanchez

The Chilean-born Arsenal forward is known for his creativity, graft and eye for goal. He works hard for his team, but is also blessed with lots of pace. Able to play with either foot, Alexis Sanchez could play anywhere across the front three and can contribute when in a midfield position as well.

Since joining the Gunners from Barcelona last season, his impact has been huge. And despite the team’s healthy position on the Premier League table, they are surely missing him, as he has been out with a hamstring injury since the end of November.

Sanchez brings pure athleticism, speed and agility to the squad, and also has the ability to dribble past defenders. He has always been hard to contain, proving a proper nuisance to defenders when out on the pitch. And on his best day, he is near unstoppable.