Is David Accam faster than Theo Walcott?

Ghana's David Accam celebrating his goal against Orlando City

Ghana’s David Accam’s quick feet in the Major League Soccer (MLS) are now subject for discussions.

Even before the 2016 MLS commenced, pundits predicted Accam’s pace would pose problems for defenders.

“All it takes is one step for Accam to create something out of nothing”, noted a www.mlssoccer.com feature.

The 2016 MLS is only two weeks old and the Chicago Fire’s Ghanaian winger is already living up to expectations as his performances drawn into comparison with Arsenal’s Theo Walcott.

Orlando City center back Seb Hines was honest enough to own up to being bettered by Accam’s sheer speed in their week 2 encounter.

“I thought my positioning was pretty good,” Hines said.

 “But his speed is just scary. I played against Theo Walcott of Arsenal when he was 17 and thought he was scary fast, but this kid is probably just as quick. It’s tough to go up against that”, Seb Hines indicated.

Chicago Fire coach Veljko Paunovic praised Accam for his speed which he described as a game changer.

 “He has great talent and amazing speed and ability. Today was one of those when he showed us a lot. He has the ability to change a game and always gives his best for the team”, coach Paunovic stated.

Orlando City coach Adrian Heath hailed Accam’s goal as “a great goal”!

“I didn’t expect to be pressing in their area and then 10 seconds later, the ball is in our net. It showed what the kid has”, astounded Adrian Heath concluded.

So is David Accam that fast? Is he faster than Arsenal’s Theo Walcott?

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