How many main positions 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

Answer 2

Every position is vital and needs to be done well.If a midfielder does not get the ball to the striker they can not score goals.If the defender does not steal the ball and the goalkeeper does not save the ball the other team will score.