Generally, the wingers and wide midfielders occupy a similar space on paper. Their starting position is usually at the widest point of the pitch. A winger is primarily stationed sl… See more

Until the late 2000s to early 2010s, wide midfielders were the order of the day before managers chose to embrace the formations that permitted them to use wingers more. Back then, … See more

A wide midfielder has a job that is similar to that of a winger. However, the significant difference is in their output and productivity. Wingers are expected to provide more goals and a… See more

A winger is considered as a forward and not a midfielder, due to the position that the player has upfield. The winger rarely drops deep and will stay at the opposition’s half, which is diff… See more