Top 10 best right wingers in world football in 2022

These players were key in attack for club and county

Football has recognized the winger as the most important player who set the rhythm of the match from either of the flanks. Lionel Messi and Cristiano took a toll on the area, rushing and beating every defender before curling the ball in or passing between the lines. Although the 4-2-2 system requires wingers to adapt to the tactics differently, they are goal scorers, pressers, and providers all in one. In this article, we have identified the top ten right wingers who had an eventful 2022 football season.

10. Moussa Diaby

Diaby, who is only 23 years old, has promptly proven himself as a defining player for Bayern Leverkusen. He plays on the right wing and has a considerable effect on the pitch for his team. He was brilliant last season and has carried that form into 2022, contributing 12 times across all competitions. As a distributor and striker, he always has a huge influence and works well from the right wing.

9. Jarrod Bowen

Bowen was instrumental in West Ham reaching the Europa League semi-finals for the first time in years in 2022. Bowen was spectacular on their route to the semi-finals, scoring and contributing assists from the right flank. He is a proven goalscorer and innovative player who can assemble a play from the right wing and help generate situations, and he is one of David Moyes' most essential players.

8. Ousmane Dembele

Having sustained many injuries and spending the majority of the time on the sidelines. Under Xavi, Dembele has gradually changed into a clever player and one of the best offensive players, connecting the dots from the right wing and producing chances for Lewandowski. He is Barcelona's second top-scorer in 2022 and has been efficient in the World Cup as well, with two assists and nine contributions in 14 games for Barcelona in 2022.

7. Serge Gnabry

Gnabry and Sane play on the same wing, but they are most prolific for Bayern Munich due to their pace and ability to move places. Gnabry is more of a facilitator who builds the game up so that the squad can attack in full force. He has the ability to take on defenders and control the game. The 27-year-old has 20 goals this season and will try to add to that total when the Bundesliga starts in 2023.

6. Rodrygo

Rodrygo's natural position is left flank, but he can also impact from the right wing, and his speed allows him to make adjustments. From linking up play to scoring goals, Rodrygo has emerged as an extremely good player and an asset for Ancelotti. The 21-year-old was also called up to Brazil's World Cup squad and has made 14 contributions in 2022.

5. Bukayo Saka

Arteta has instilled confidence in Saka by developing into a dynamic player capable of initiating ideas, scoring goals, and playing with more assurance on the right wing. The 21-year-old causes panic on the left flank and is the most combative player on the right wing. Saka was the leading scorer last season, and under Arteta, he has grown into a comprehensive player. Saka primarily cuts to his left and can easily take on 2-3 defenders, which is why Arteta believes in him. And he had a fantastic World Cup performance, scoring three goals in the tournament.

4. Dejan Kulusevski

Conte has reaped the benefits of Kulusevski's move to Tottenham, as the 22-year-old is one of the sharpest on the ball. with his dribbles and creative skills. He is the most destructive player on the right wing as well as the polished player. Despite the fact that Kulusevski has been out for months, his return will boost the team's confidence.

3. Leroy Sane  

His lightning-quick pace can beat 3-4 defenders from the right flank. Mane is best recognized for his ability to link up with teammates and produce long-range goals. Sane, one of Bayern Munich's most consistent performers has been engaged in a total of 16 goals and assists this season, and the amount of concern he brings for opposition on the right side is remarkable.

2. Mohamed Salah

Salah has been a consistent goal-scorer for Liverpool, playing from the right wing and giving defenders headaches. The 30-year-old finished last season as the Premier League's top-scorer, and after a poor start this season, Salah is returned to business. As the leading scorer in the Champions League. And in 2022, he is still Liverpool's highest scorer, having involved in 19 goals contribution in all competitions. If given room on the right wing, he is one of the most effective players because of his athleticism and quick movement.

1. Lionel Messi

Many believe Messi has moved to the center of the field and assumed the role of conductor. However, as the game begins, he changes to his preferred position on the right wing. Although Messi lacks speed, he is still a hindrance on the left side, with defense-probing deliveries and cutting to his left to square off a strong shot at the top-scorer.

Lionel Messi may have needed some time to acclimatize to his new club, but he gradually gained his stride in 2022, finishing with the most goals and assists in all competitions and, more importantly, winning the World Cup with Argentina, scoring 13 goals and providing three assists. He is still at the pinnacle of his profession at the age of 35.