What position in midfield is number 6?

Answer 1

The number 6 shirt is most often used by one of the central defenders rather than a midfielder nowadays. The general set up (in a 4-4-2 formation) is:

1

2 5 6 3

7 4 8 11

9 10

However, with the advent of modern day squad numbers, you could find any number on the pitch rather than the traditional 1-11.

However, a traditional number 6 would play in a defensive midfield role, often positioned diectly in front of the center-backs. Ex: Diarra (Real Madrid)