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

So, does Amorim tweak his formation, use Fernandes as a false nine or an orthodox midfield player or does he play him as an inside forward with licence to roam.

From BBC

Teams in the UK had only been attempting to qualify for the World Cup since 1950, and the 1958 tournament in Sweden was Wales' best opportunity yet with a stellar generation of players which included Tottenham winger Cliff Jones, Swansea inside forward Ivor Allchurch and the great Juventus striker and centre-half John Charles.

From BBC

Further forward, Tuchel has looked to get more out of offseason signing Timo Werner by deploying him as an inside forward, positioned on the left and just off the main striker, which has alternated between Olivier Giroud and Tammy Abraham.

From Seattle Times

Further forward, Tuchel has looked to get more out of offseason signing Timo Werner by deploying him as an inside forward, positioned on the left and just off the main striker, which has alternated between Olivier Giroud and Tammy Abraham.

From Washington Times

There is a difference between an inside forward and a traditional winger.

From The Guardian