The right wing is a key position in football, and the best right wingers in the world for the 2024/25 season are showcasing exceptional skills. These players are known for their speed, dribbling, and ability to create scoring opportunities. Whether providing assists or scoring goals, the top right wingers are making significant impacts for their clubs and countries. In this blog, we rank the top 10 right wingers today.
10. Johan Bakayoko (PSV)
- Full name: Saint-Cyr Johan Bakayoko
- Date of birth: 20 April 2003
- Place of birth: Overijse, Belgium
- Height: 5 ft 10 in (1.79 m)
- Number: 11
Clubs Played for:
| Years | Team |
|---|---|
| 2020–2022 | Jong PSV |
| 2022– | PSV |
On our list of best right wingers in the world, Johan Bakayoko ranks 10th.
In the 2023/24 season, Bakayoko made 14 appearances in the Eredivisie, scoring 5 goals and providing 1 assist. He also featured in 6 UEFA Champions League matches, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist.
Trophies won: Johan Bakayoko helped PSV win the KNVB Cup in the 2023/24 season.
As of December 2024, Bakayoko has made 14 appearances in the Eredivisie, scoring 5 goals and providing 1 assist. He has also played in 6 UEFA Champions League matches, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. His consistent performances continue to attract attention from top European clubs.
9. Cole Palmer (Chelsea)
- Full name: Cole Jermaine Palmer
- Date of birth: 6 May 2002
- Place of birth: Manchester, England
- Height: 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
- Number: 20
Clubs Played for:
| Years | Team |
|---|---|
| 2020–2023 | Manchester City |
| 2023– | Chelsea |
In the 2023/24 season, Palmer made 16 Premier League appearances for Chelsea, scoring 11 goals and providing 6 assists. His impressive performances contributed significantly to Chelsea’s success, and he became the third Chelsea player, alongside Didier Drogba and Frank Lampard, to score 20 or more goals and provide at least 10 assists in a Premier League season.
As of December 2024, Palmer has continued his exceptional form in the Premier League, making 16 appearances, scoring 11 goals, and providing 6 assists.
8. Ousmane Dembele (Paris Saint-Germain)
- Full name: Masour Ousmane Dembélé
- Date of birth: 15 May 1997
- Place of birth: Vernon, France
- Height: 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
- Number: 10
Clubs Played for:
| Years | Team |
|---|---|
| 2014–2015 | Rennes II |
| 2015–2016 | Rennes |
| 2016–2017 | Borussia Dortmund |
| 2017–2023 | Barcelona |
| 2023– | Paris Saint-Germain |
In the 2023/24 season, DembĂ©lĂ© made 28 appearances in Ligue 1 for PSG, scoring 12 goals and providing 8 assists. His performances were instrumental in PSG’s successful campaign, contributing significantly to their domestic achievements.
Trophies Won:
- Ligue 1 Champion 2023/24
As of December 2024, DembĂ©lĂ© has made 14 appearances in Ligue 1, scoring 6 goals and providing 7 assists. His consistent performances have been crucial in PSG’s strong position in the league.
7. Leroy Sane (Bayern Munich)
- Full name: Leroy Aziz Sané
- Date of birth: 11 January 1996
- Place of birth: Essen, Germany
- Height: 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
- Number: 10
Clubs Played for:
| Years | Team |
|---|---|
| 2014–2016 | Schalke 04 |
| 2016–2020 | Manchester City |
| 2020– | Bayern Munich |
In the 2023/24 season, SanĂ© made 32 appearances in the Bundesliga for Bayern Munich, scoring 12 goals and providing 10 assists. His contributions were instrumental in Bayern’s successful campaign, securing the Bundesliga title.
Trophies Won:
- Bundesliga Champion 2023/24
As of December 2024, SanĂ© has made 21 appearances for Bayern Munich, scoring 6 goals and providing 1 assist. His performances have been crucial in Bayern’s strong position in the Bundesliga.
6. Michael Olise (Bayern Munich)
- Full name: Michael Akpovie Olise
- Date of birth: 12 December 2001
- Place of birth: White City, London, England
- Height: 6 ft 0 in (1.84 m)
- Number: 17
Clubs Played for:
| Years | Team |
|---|---|
| 2019–2021 | Reading |
| 2021–2024 | Crystal Palace |
| 2024– | Bayern Munich |
In the 2023/24 season, Olise made 19 appearances in the Premier League for Crystal Palace, scoring 10 goals and providing 6 assists. His impressive performances were instrumental in Crystal Palace’s successful campaign, and he became the third Crystal Palace player, alongside Wilfried Zaha and Yannick Bolasie, to score 10 or more goals and provide at least 6 assists in a Premier League season.
As of December 2024, Olise has made 8 appearances in the Bundesliga for Bayern Munich, scoring 5 goals and providing 2 assists. His consistent performances have been crucial in Bayern’s strong position in the league.
5. Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
- Full name: Lionel Andrés Messi
- Date of birth: 24 June 1987
- Place of birth: Rosario, Argentina
- Height: 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m)
- Number: 10
Clubs Played for:
| Years | Team |
|---|---|
| 2003–2004 | Barcelona C |
| 2004–2005 | Barcelona B |
| 2004–2021 | Barcelona |
| 2021–2023 | Paris Saint-Germain |
| 2023– | Inter Miami |
In the 2023/24 season, Messi made 25 appearances for Inter Miami CF, scoring 21 goals and providing 10 assists. His exceptional performances were instrumental in Inter Miami’s successful campaign, and he was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of Major League Soccer for 2024.
Trophies Won:
- MLS Cup Champion 2024
- U.S. Open Cup Champion 2024
As of December 2024, Messi has made 10 appearances for Inter Miami CF, scoring 8 goals and providing 5 assists. His consistent performances continue to be crucial in Inter Miami’s strong position in the league.
4. Rodrygo (Real Madrid)
- Full name: Rodrygo Silva de Goes
- Date of birth: 9 January 2001
- Place of birth: Osasco, Brazil
- Height: 5 ft 9 in (1.74 m)
- Number: 11
Clubs Played for:
| Years | Team |
|---|---|
| 2017–2019 | Santos |
| 2019– | Real Madrid |
| 2019 | Real Madrid B |
On our list of the Best RW in the World, Real Madrid’s Rodrygo ranks 4th.
In the 2023/24 season, Rodrygo made 38 appearances for Real Madrid across all competitions, scoring 15 goals and providing 10 assists. His contributions were instrumental in Real Madrid’s successful campaigns, including winning the La Liga and UEFA Champions League titles.
Trophies Won:
- La Liga Champion 2023/24
- UEFA Champions League Champion 2023/24
As of December 2024, Rodrygo has made 15 appearances in La Liga, scoring 6 goals and providing 5 assists.
3. Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
- Full name: Bukayo Ayoyinka Temidayo Saka
- Date of birth: 5 September 2001
- Place of birth: Ealing, Greater London, England
- Height: 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
- Number: 7
Clubs Played for:
| Years | Team |
|---|---|
| 2018– | Arsenal |
In the 2023/24 season, Saka made 38 appearances in the Premier League for Arsenal, scoring 14 goals and providing 10 assists.
As of December 2024, Saka has made 15 appearances in the Premier League, scoring 5 goals and providing 10 assists.
2. Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
- Full name: Lamine Yamal Nasraoui Ebana
- Date of birth: 13 July 2007
- Place of birth: Esplugues de Llobregat, Spain
- Height: 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
- Number: 19
Clubs Played for:
| Years | Team |
|---|---|
| 2020–2022 | Jong PSV |
| 2022– | PSV |
In the 2023/24 season, Yamal made 25 appearances in La Liga for FC Barcelona, scoring 8 goals and providing 6 assists.
As of December 2024, Yamal has made 15 appearances in La Liga, scoring 5 goals and providing 4 assists.
1. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
- Full name: Mohamed Salah Hamed Mahrous Ghaly
- Date of birth: 15 June 1992
- Place of birth: Nagrig, Basyoun, Egypt
- Height: 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
- Number: 11
Clubs Played for:
| Years | Team |
|---|---|
| 2010–2012 | Al Mokawloon |
| 2012–2014 | Basel |
| 2014–2016 | Chelsea |
| 2015 | → Fiorentina (loan) |
| 2015–2016 | → Roma (loan) |
| 2016–2017 | Roma |
| 2017– | Liverpool |
In the 2023/24 season, Salah made 38 appearances for Liverpool across all competitions, scoring 28 goals and providing 12 assists. His contributions were pivotal in Liverpool’s strong domestic and European campaigns.
Trophies Won:
- UEFA Champions League Champion 2023/24
- FA Cup Winner 2023/24
As of December 2024, Salah has made 15 appearances in the Premier League, scoring 13 goals and providing 9 assists. His consistent performances have been crucial in Liverpool’s strong position in the league.
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