In a thrilling 1-1 draw against St. Pauli, Union Berlin’s Oliver Burke reached 37 km/h, eclipsing Jean‑Matteo Bahoya’s 37.16 km/h record and becoming the fastest player in Bundesliga history. The new record was set on 5 April 2026, marking the latest milestone in a league that has seen its speed limits continually raised since 2013.
Oliver Burke tops Bundesliga speed chart
Union Berlin’s Oliver Burke recorded a 37 km/h burst, surpassing previous record holder Jean‑Matteo Bahoya and claiming the top spot in the Bundesliga’s all‑time speed list.