outside forward

noun

, Soccer.

1. one of two attacking players who usually play on the far side of the field; wing.

Word History and Origins

Origin of outside forward¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

If Metu can hit consistently from outside, forward Bennie Boatwright said, "You can't guard him. So you've got to hope he misses."

From Los Angeles Times

Among its ranks was Captain Edward Bell MC, an outside forward and former schoolteacher, who played for Southampton and Portsmouth.

From BBC

It is a debatable point regarding the halves whether they should direct their main efforts against the opposing inside or outside forward.

From Project Gutenberg

I do not believe in an outside forward coming to the assistance of the defence, save under exceptional circumstances.

From Project Gutenberg

Paton had another shy, and then the left outside forward had one that came so close on the bar that Gillespie had again to chuck out in double quick time.

From Project Gutenberg