Since the inception of the beautiful game, the forward has been the position most young children dream of playing, and since the formation of the Premier League, we have witnessed many world-class stars leave their mark in this role. From the likes of Alan Shearer, Andy Cole, and Teddy Sheringham in the 90s to Thierry Henry, Michael Owen, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Wayne Rooney in the 00s, to the modern era with Mo Salah and Erling Haaland, the role and playing style have changed dramatically. We examine how this role has evolved and why today’s forward position differs from yesteryear’s.
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