The meaning of football jersey numbers How to choose football jersey numbers

The earliest football uniforms did not have numbers. Player numbers were first used in 1928 in the match between Chelsea and Arsenal in the First Division of England. Later, many teams gradually adopted this custom. After the players had numbers, a "number culture" gradually formed in the football world. So what is the meaning of football jersey numbers? How to choose football jersey numbers? Let's learn about it together!

The meaning of football jersey numbers

When choosing jerseys, many football fans will choose the numbers of the players they admire, because jersey numbers are not only the code names of players, but also an indispensable part of football culture. Different jersey numbers have different meanings:

1. No. 1: Goalkeeper. Almost all goalkeepers of the teams wear No. 1 jerseys, and this number represents the stable level of the team's defense.

2. No. 2: Defensive winger. This number usually represents that the player has high ability on the defensive end, can attack and defend well, and can quickly insert from the wing when attacking.

3. No. 3: Defender. This number usually represents the team's defender players, who need to have stable defensive ability.

4. No. 4: Brave. This number usually represents that the player shows strong fighting spirit and courage on the field.

5. No. 5: Back defense backbone. This number represents the core position of the player in the defense line, and usually requires high defensive ability and elegant style of play.

6. No. 6: Defensive midfielder or defender. Players with this number usually play a defensive role on the field, and may be defensive midfielders or defenders.

7, No. 7: Wing forward or forward. Players with this number usually play on the wing and have high offensive ability, either as right midfielders, or as winger or speed forward.

8, No. 8: Midfield commander. Players with this number are usually the core of the midfield, responsible for organizing offense and defense, and coordinating tactics on the field.

9, No. 9: Forward. Players with this number usually play an offensive role and are the team's main scorer.

10, No. 10: The top core figure in the team. Players with this number are usually the core players of the team, either midfield engines or front line main forces, with high offensive ability and privileges.

11, No. 11: Offensive players. Players with this number usually play a role on the offensive end, and may be midfielders or forwards.

Starting from No. 12, it is basically the world of bench players - this unspoken rule has become increasingly weak since the 21st century. After 2002, FIFA allowed a national team to have up to 23 players at the same time (i.e. 11 starters and 12 substitutes), so the No. 23 jersey appeared. People in any position may choose this number.

How to choose football jersey numbers

The selection and allocation of football jersey numbers are usually determined by the team's management or coaches. Different teams may have different regulations and conventions. For football players,

Players usually consider the following factors when choosing numbers:

1. Personal preference

Players may choose their favorite numbers as jersey numbers because this number may be associated with their date of birth, lucky numbers or other special meanings.

2. Historical significance

Some players will choose some historically significant numbers, such as numbers worn by important players in the team's history, or dates when the team has achieved important victories.

3. Influence

Some players will choose some more special numbers to increase their popularity and influence.

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