Kylian Mbappe: PSG Star Almost 'Breaks' Usain Bolt's 100m Record in Champions League Tie

• Kylian Mbappe has clocked an estimated speed of 10.9 seconds over 100m
• That time is just over a second slower than Usain Bolt's 100m world record
• The Frenchman's brace saw PSG into the Champions League quarter-finals

Paris Saint-Germain forward, Kylian Mbappe, is undoubtedly among the swiftest footballers globally.

The 25-year-old's rapid pace, a key asset, often leaves defenders struggling to keep up.

But how does his speed compare to that of Usain Bolt, the renowned sprinter hailed as the fastest man alive?

Mbappe's astounding agility in the recent Champions League confrontation between Paris Saint-Germain and Real Sociedad sparked widespread admiration for his velocity.

According to the BBC, the French athlete came close to Bolt's iconic 100m world record. Displaying his trademark explosiveness, the PSG ace outpaced defenders with ease.

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As reported by Bein Sports, the former Monaco sensation clocked an estimated 10.9 seconds over 100 meters, just slightly slower than Bolt's world record of 9.58 seconds.

Conversely, the Jamaican's record entails a full-out 100m sprint with a running start, enabling maximum acceleration and the maintenance of a sustained high speed.

Mbappe scores brace against Real Sociedad

Meanwhile, it was Mbappe who propelled Paris Saint-Germain into the Champions League quarter-finals on Tuesday, netting both goals in a 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad.

This triumph keeps the French club's aspirations of clinching the European title alive in their final season with the French forward.

PSG progressed with a 4-1 aggregate score, with the France captain also finding the net in the 2-0 victory in the first leg in Paris three weeks prior.

Mbappe has already informed PSG of his intention not to remain with the club beyond this season, with Real Madrid believed to be his next destination.

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Mbappe labelled 'best' player in the world

Meanwhile, former Arsenal and Manchester City star, Samir Nasri has dubbed Mbappe 'the best' player currently, as Sports Brief has also reported.

He said the 2018 World Cup winner's unmatched knack for influencing games distinguishes him from all other contemporary players at the top.