inside forward

noun

, Soccer.

1. one of two attacking players whose usual position is between the center forward and one of the wings.

inside forward

noun

1. soccer (esp formerly) one of two players (the inside right and the inside left ) having mainly midfield and attacking roles

Word History and Origins

Origin of inside forward¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

An inside forward must also come back for the throw-in when the ball goes out of touch.

From Project Gutenberg