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Forwards
Complete forward
Links, creates and finishes across the front line.
Shaded area: typical operating zone · Arrow: example movement
Indicative diagrams, not fixed positions or tracking data.Understanding the role
Combines finishing with movement, combination play and chance creation. May drop deep or drift wide before returning to the box.
Player examples
Karim Benzema · Harry Kane
Player examples illustrate aspects of each role, not a fixed label for their entire career.What to watch
Judge the balance between involvement and penalty-area presence. A broad skill set does not mean every task is performed equally well.