What do you need to be a fantastic winger?

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They can play on their natural side - a left-footer playing on the left or right-footer playing on the right. 'Inverted' wingers play on the opposite side of the pitch to what foot they usually kick with, allowing them to 'cut inside'.

To be an effective wide player you need to play your skillset very effectively.

The players

Gareth Bale is one of the quickest players in the world when running with the ball.

WATCH:Bale puts the after-burners on

Accuracy was David Beckham's trademark. He created lots of goals with his wide range of crosses into the box. He did not need lightening running speed because he could deliver the ball in an instant.

WATCH:'Becks' plays an inch-perfect ball while he was at Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappe burst onto the scene with a dribbling ability to beat opponents. He does this with blistering speed and close control.

WATCH:Mbappe tears defences apart

Legendary Dutchman Arjen Robben is an example of an inverted winger, as he likes to cut inside and shoot. Defenders know he will do this, but they can't stop him when he does it well.

WATCH:Robben scores goals from driving inside and shooting

When teams lose the ball, wingers are expected to get back and defend. Alexis Sanchez is always willing to track back and win the ball.

WATCH:Alexis Sanchez wins the ball back after losing it

Final Note

When watching top wide players, take note of the different ways they play to be productive for their teams. What skills are most like yours?