Jersey numbers, first used in 1928, are almost never present We did not see the number 0. The same goes for number 100, but that is the subject of another article that we will add at the end of the content.

Why are they in football shirts anyway? except for a few exceptional cases No number 0? Let’s explain the reasons and exceptional cases that make sense to you!

There is the ‘this is how it is, this is how it goes…’ factor.

Jersey numbers in 1928, To indicate player positions It was used for the first time. Defenders number 2 and 3; those in midfield numbers 4, 5 and 6; Rush hour numbers 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11; Goalkeepers wore number 1.

Over time, these numbers became standardized and there was a specific number for the number 0. Because there is no job or job description It was never used. Of course, there were some exceptions, we’ll talk about them soon.

Cultural and psychological factors also play a role.

The number 0 is used in many cultures and sports. It is associated with worthlessness or nothingness. It generally has a bad meaning.

That’s why a footballer wears jersey number 0, a negative perception can make. Think about it: seeing the number 0 on a football player’s jersey can really imply negativity, right?

There are of course exceptions.

He played for Scotland’s number 0 Aberdeen team between 1999 and 2002. Hicham Zerouali, He was inspired by his nickname “Zero”, but Scottish authorities later banned the use of the number 0.

Some players in Japanese football also wore jersey number 0. Additionally, exhibition competitions In special cases it is also possible to see jersey number 0, such as. But these types of situations are obviously not a general practice.

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