Complete Wing-Back

In modern football, the role of full-backs has undergone a significant transformation. One of the most exciting full-back roles in football today is the Complete Wing-Back. This type of player can operate as both a traditional full-back and a winger, offering plenty of attacking prowess while still performing defensive duties. In Football Manager 2023, the Complete Wing-Back is a popular and effective player role that can help your team dominate on both ends of the pitch.

What is a Complete Wing-Back?

Football Manager states: The Complete Wing-back loves to attack, and whilst he is capable of occupying his defensive duties, his natuaral inclination is to affect the game in the opposition's defensive third by roaming from his position.

A hybrid player

A Complete Wing-Back is a player who operates on the flank of the pitch and they are a hybrid between a full-back and a winger. Complete Wing-Backs are tasked with providing width to the team, creating overlaps, and delivering crosses into the box. At the same time, they are required to track back and help out with defensive duties, making them a versatile and essential player on the pitch.

When do I pick a Complete Wing-Back?

The Complete Wing-Back role is ideal for teams that play with a lot of possession, attacking from the flanks, and looking to create opportunities from crosses. If you prefer a possession-based style of play, then the Complete Wing-Back role can be a great addition to your squad.

Additionally, if your team is playing with a lone striker or a false nine, having an attacking wing-back can provide much-needed support in the final third.

Which attributes does a Complete Wing-Back need?

The main focus of a Complete Wing-Back is to attack and this is reflected in his needed attributes, which are all focused on technical and physical abilities for the moments he has the ball.

Support Duty

Key	Desirable
Crossing	First Touch
Dribbling	Marking
Technique	Passing
Off the Ball	Tackling
Team Work	Anticipation
Work Rate	Decisions
Acceleration	Flair
Stamina	Positioning
	Agility
	Balance
	Pace

Attack Duty

Key	Desirable
Crossing	First Touch
Dribbling	Marking
Technique	Passing
Flair	Tackling
Off the Ball	Anticipation
Team Work	Decisions
Work Rate	Positioning
Acceleration	Agility
Stamina	Balance
	Pace

What are the best player traits for a Complete Wing-Back?

Player traits are actions a player will more likely perform during a match than others.They don't give him extra abilities, but will affect his decision making. A player trait can be learned through individual training or through mentoring.

For an Complete Wing-Back you could be looking at the following player traits:

• Runs with ball often
• Likes to cross the ball
• Gets forward whenever possible
• Hugs touchline

Player traits to avoid

• Cuts insde
• Plays short simple passes
• Avoids using weaker foot

Ideal tactical style or instructions

The Complete Wing-Back is an ideal role for formations that plays with three central defenders. This allows the CWB to act and operate as a wing-back and winger. This formation is ideal for teams who love to play on the counter and use the flanks to overrun their opponents. In terms of tactical team instructions you could be looking at overlapping on both flanks, focus play on both flanks and having a wide attacking width.

Complete Wing-Backs in Football Manager 2024

A selection of the best Complete Wing-Backs in FM24 based on their current ability and Key & Desireable attributes.