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What is a winger in football?
A winger is an attacking player who typically plays on the sides of the pitch. Their main role is to run with the ball, cross it into the penalty area, and sometimes score goals. Iraola wanting another winger suggests he values wide attacking play and wants more options for his high-energy system.
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