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A winger on the opposite flank to their dominant foot - right-footer on the left, left-footer on the right. When they cut inside, they're on their stronger foot to shoot or pass across goal. Similar to an inside forward but might still provide width and use trivela crosses. Became standard once managers realized wingers could score as well as create.
Mohamed Salah epitomizes the inverted winger role at Liverpool - his left-footedness on the right wing allows him to cut inside past defenders and shoot with his stronger foot, a move that has produced over 200 goals for the club.
Robbie
Feb 2, 2026
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