(esp formerly) one of two players (the inside right and the inside left) having mainly midfield and attacking roles
inside forward in American English
noun
Soccer
one of two attacking players whose usual position is between the center forward and one of the wings
Word origin
[1895–1900]This word is first recorded in the period 1895–1900. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: backstage, calling card, cutback, frame of reference, slapstick
Examples of 'inside forward' in a sentence
inside forward
He is a quick, intelligent, dynamic, industrious, spirited player - part winger, part inside forward.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
He could play anywhere - wing-half, inside-forward, centre-forward, centre-half.
The Sun (2008)
How can you compare me to an inside forward?
Times, Sunday Times (2018)
He was an inside forward for the club between 1950 and 1963 and still lives in the town.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
At only 23 he is still a lively player as an inside forward, to use the old terminology.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
A midfielder who could be considered an inside forward, he combined impeccable technique with finishing power, constructive flair and a combustible temper.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
An inside forward of immense dedication, he would practise his right-footed swerving free kick for hours, using a line of wooden dummies blocking the goal.