How many poitions are there in soccer?

Answer 1

There are 4 main positions in soccer: Forwards, Midfielders, Defenders, and Goal Keeper. These may branch off into related and more specific positions depending on the formation played:

FORWARDS

Left, Center, Right

MIDFIELDERS

Flat Four Formation:

Outside Left, Center Left, Center Right, Outside Right

Diamond Formation:

Outside Left, Attacking Mid, Holding Mid (aka Defensive Mid), Outside Right

*Outside midfielders may be referred to as "Wings" or "Wingers"

DEFENDERS

Flat Three Formation:

Left Back, Center Back, Right Back

Diamond Formation:

Left Back, Stopper, Sweeper, Right Back

GOAL KEEPER

*May be referred to as "Keeper" or "Goalie