Walcott surprisingly lost out in a sprint with Azpilicueta. (Getty Images)

Theo Walcott is famed for his blistering pace but the Arsenal star suffered a shock during England’s clash with Spain after he lost out to Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta in a sprint.

The one-on-one foot race took place on the halfway line in the first half as Azpilicueta played a one-two with Manchester City’s David Silva.

Walcott, who replaced Adam Lallana who was forced off through injury, started the chase alongside his Chelsea rival.

Silva plays the ball into Azpilicueta’s path. (ITV)

Azpilicueta instantly bursts ahead of Walcott. (ITV)

Walcott struggles to keep up with his Chelsea rival. (ITV)

But Azpilicueta showed a surprising turn of pace as he quickly gained a few yards on Walcott.


And as the race progressed, the Arsenal forward was incapable of closing the gap.



Walcott ended up bringing down Azpilicueta. (ITV)

In the end, Walcott was forced to concede a foul with Azpilicueta threatening to charge into England’s penalty area.

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