In a standard soccer match, each team fields 11 players on the field at any given time. This includes one goalkeeper and 10 outfield players who fulfill roles such as defenders, midfielders, and forwards. Therefore, the total number of players on the field during a match is 22 (11 players per team)

. This 11-player format is the global standard for professional and competitive soccer matches, including major tournaments and leagues. Variations exist for youth or small-sided games, such as 5-a-side or 7-a-side soccer, but these are exceptions rather than the norm

. Additionally, teams have substitutes on the bench, but only 11 players per team are allowed on the field simultaneously. If players receive red cards or injuries reduce the number of active players, teams can continue with fewer players but must have at least seven players to continue the match