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How to Say "winger" in Spanish

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extremo

/eks-TREH-moh//eksˈtɾemo/

nounB2soccer/football
Use 'extremo' when referring to a forward player whose primary role is to attack from the wide areas of the pitch, similar to a winger in soccer/football.
A soccer player wearing a red jersey, running quickly down the far sideline of a green soccer field while dribbling a ball.

Examples

El entrenador cambió al extremo izquierdo por un delantero.

The coach swapped the left winger for a striker.

Es un extremo muy rápido y habilidoso.

He is a very fast and skilled winger.

Sports Jargon

In sports, 'extremo' is a masculine noun referring to the player who usually stays near the 'end' or side of the field to attack.

volante

/boh-LAHN-teh//boˈlante/

nounC1soccer/football
Use 'volante' when referring to a player positioned wide in midfield, who might have both attacking and defensive responsibilities, or specifically an attacking midfielder who plays wide.
A soccer player wearing a bright uniform running across a green soccer field with a ball at their feet, symbolizing a midfielder.

Examples

El entrenador necesita un volante central más defensivo.

The coach needs a more defensive central midfielder.

Nuestro mejor volante fue transferido al equipo rival.

Our best midfielder was transferred to the rival team.

Gender Flexibility

When referring to a female player, the article changes but the word 'volante' usually stays the same: 'la volante' (the female midfielder).

Extremo vs. Volante

Learners often confuse 'extremo' and 'volante' because both can be used for wide players. Remember that 'extremo' is typically a forward player, while 'volante' is usually a midfielder, even if they play wide.

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