How many players are on the field for each team at the start of a game?

Each team starts with 11 players on the field, so there are 22 players total at the start of a standard game.

Quick Scoop

• One goalkeeper is included for each side in soccer/football.

• The number can change later because of substitutions or penalties, but the opening count is 11 per team.

TL;DR: 11 per team, 22 total.