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Ewan Ross-Murray & Barnaby Lane

What Is a Full-Back in Soccer?

Full-backs are key in modern soccer | Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Full-backs in soccer possess a versatile skillset that allows them to contribute on both the attack and the defense for 90 minutes every match.

When most soccer fans think of the best players in the world, they are quick to name flashy goal scorers, midfield wizards, or gritty defenders. After all, when players like Erling Haaland, Jude Bellingham, and Virgil van Dijk exist, it is impossible not to sing their praises, especially as they continue to make otherworldly plays.

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