Premier League's Tireless Runners: Season Round-Up
As the Premier League season wraps up, it's worth taking a moment to recognize the athletes who've quite literally gone the extra mile on the pitch. Sitting on top of the distance charts for the second consecutive year is Newcastle's midfield dynamo Bruno Guimaraes. This season, he's notched an impressive 261 miles, just a short sprint away from covering the distance between St James' Park and Wembley!
Consistent Performers and New Entries
Bruno Guimaraes retains his title as the long-distance champion from the previous season, where he recorded 263 miles. Close on his heels are Josko Gvardiol, Daniel Munoz, our very own Bryan Mbeumo, and Milos Kerkez, rounding out the top five runners in the league.
Per Minute Pacesetters
When you adjust for time spent on the pitch, another narrative unfolds. Sandro Tonali, also from Newcastle, edges out his teammate Guimaraes by covering more ground per 90 minutes played. Guimaraes made his mark with 7.2 miles per game, but it's Tottenham's Dejan Kulusevski who emerges as the hardest worker per minute, averaging 7.7 miles every match. Tomas Soucek of West Ham and Manchester City's ever-energetic Bernardo Silva are also right up there, demonstrating their crucial roles in their respective teams.
The Brentford Perspective
Particularly noteworthy for us Brentford fans is Bryan Mbeumo's inclusion in the top five for total distance covered. It's another testament to the incredible work rate and stamina that our players are known for, qualities that I am confident will see us through to monumental achievements, perhaps even clinching the Premiership this season. Remember the spirit of ’94? When we stormed to the third-tier title? That same determination flows in the veins of our current squad!
Upcoming Matches and Final Thoughts
As we look towards our next fixtures, the relentless stamina and determination displayed by players like Mbeumo not only bolster our midfield but also embed a deep-running resilience in the team—qualities necessary for those critical upcoming clashes.
To end on a lighter note, here's today's jest aimed at our friendly rivals from West London, Chelsea: “How many Chelsea fans does it take to change a light bulb? Just one, but they'll have to wait for a signal, since we’re always one step ahead, lighting up the way!" Keep running and keep smiling, that's the Brentford way!
