Forwards

Counterattacking striker

Turns space behind the defence into a threat.

Positioning & movement

Shaded area: typical operating zone · Arrow: example movement

Indicative diagrams, not fixed positions or tracking data.

Role details & scouting notes

Understanding the role

Times runs onto early forward passes and accelerates into open space. Can threaten depth and push the opposition’s defensive line back.

Jamie Vardy · Kylian Mbappé

Player examples illustrate aspects of each role, not a fixed label for their entire career.

Separate speed from anticipation. Review curved runs, starting position and decisions when space is limited.