PPPPPPPPPPPP10 Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I'm just wondering if some people avoid assigning players with #13 jersey? I've never, ever assign a player this number (except of course for international squad since the numbers given matches the squad). I'm not particularly superstitious but for some reason I do when it comes to sports jersey... don't know why Or if you have other never-do sport superstition feel free to share it here! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
irobbanks Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I have something similar, I always give my best attacking midfielder/winger the #80 jersey. inspired by ronaldinho. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
slich Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I do use the number 13 and generally give it to my best backup fullback, but I tend to not use the number 12 for the 12th man stuff. Its kind of weird though with 13, its considered both unlucky in some countries and lucky in others right? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JalenTigh Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 Actually yes, its my lucky number.... I do not just use it in game, I always picked it as my jersey number in every sport I played when I was growing up. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
StormenDK Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 Since my local club for many many years never assigned this jersey number, I have gotten it into my head, that I shouldn't either (no matter which team I manage) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPPPPPPPPPPP10 Posted May 6, 2012 Author Share Posted May 6, 2012 I do use the number 13 and generally give it to my best backup fullback, but I tend to not use the number 12 for the 12th man stuff. Its kind of weird though with 13, its considered both unlucky in some countries and lucky in others right? Yeah it is considered both depend on the countries, weird it is what's the 12th man stuff btw? O.o Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fmmillwallniall Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 Yeah it is considered both depend on the countries, weird it is what's the 12th man stuff btw? O.o 12th man is the fans! eg. Millwall at home 'used' to have such a hardcore support at home making it somewhat of a fortress. The 12th man is the fans encouraging the players which on its day can be there difference in wanting a win ad achieving it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deisler26 Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 13 is either the backup keeper or 3rd choice AMC Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougyMarshall Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 what's the 12th man stuff btw? O.o The "12th man" has long been considered to be the teams fans who can lift the teams spirit and get them to keep on pushing, especially in times of adversity or potential glory. For example, Rangers just yesterday retired the #12 jersey in honor of the fans who have supported the club through the recent months (and all the clubs history too i suppose), everything from packing out the stadium even though players where being told to take wage cuts, getting docked 10 points for admin, looking like the club was going to cease to exist etc. to raising a "fighting fund" that the fans have used to pay off some of the clubs debts to various companies and other clubs. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kostako Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 Always use 13 for my 2nd goalkeeper, assuming the 1st 'keeper doesn't want some unorthodox number. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomtuck01 Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 It's just a number. And is it not only thought to be unlucky in England anyway? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
QWERTYOP Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I usually leave it, unless one of my players wants it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiifteh Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I'm old school. And just go up by 1's. So yeah I do use number 13. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
markyosullivan Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I usually pick my best CB to be number 26 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown Hacker Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I give it to my best youth player. Just because it feels right to for some reason, I can't remember how it started. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Things Could Get Messi Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 Don't ever use it. I sort of get into my head that none of my players would want that number so I just leave it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCIAG Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I leave it for the fans. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karnage94 Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I always make sure that my first choice right back has the number 2 shirt but that's about it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soccer Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I usually assign the number 13 jersey to my reserve goalkeeper or defender... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anti Spiral Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 In regards to the "12th Man" Bristol Rovers have had 12 reserved since 2001. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay96 Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 No.13 is always my No.2 Goalkeeper. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasp Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I just give it to one of the first team players. 1-11 is normally for the best XI, unless they have favourite numbers which can be given. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Demus Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I never ever assign the number 13. Don't know why, I just never have... Also, I never have a GK wearing 12 for some reason I can no longer remember Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rancer890 Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I don't assign #13 to anyone. It's my lucky number and I wanna keep that number to myself. I don't let players wear #31 too... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overmars Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 I never assign #23. I'm a basketball fan, and it feels weird giving out Michael Jordan's number. I know, not logical. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gee_Simpson Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 I was born on the 13th, Friday the 13th to be precise My name isn't Jason Vorhees though! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartmcintosh Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 My best 11 get 1-11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Almondo Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 13 generally goes to my Backup keeper Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wwfan Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 If I can (depends on national rules) I stick with ice hockey numbering convention for keepers (1, 30, 31, 35). I give #23 to my most creative player (Michael Jordan related) and leave #13 unassigned. I give #22 to a DMC, #33 to a left back, #16 & #21 to wingers and #18 and #28 to forwards. Always have, probably always will. . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomtuck01 Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 I leave it for the fans. Should that not be the number 12? :confused: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FMADDICT69 Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 It's just a number. And is it not only thought to be unlucky in England anyway? slightly of topic i know. but correct me if im wrong, but dont most american hotels refuse to have a 13th floor for this reason? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomtuck01 Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 slightly of topic i know. but correct me if im wrong, but dont most american hotels refuse to have a 13th floor for this reason? Do they? Wouldn't know, and frankly that's just strange, bordering on ridiculous. However I do know that footballers, barring the English, couldn't care less abut the number thirteen. Three examples would be Park Ji-Sung, Aleksandar Kolarov, and William Gallas. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
av3ry Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Usually give it to my backup goalkeeper. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArsenalFan7 Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 No, I just give it a backup player or a player I don't like much I don't find it unlucky or anything, that's all bs, it's just a rubbish number Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomtuck01 Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 I don't find it unlucky or anything, that's all bs, it's just a rubbish number What on earth quantifies a good or a bad number? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArsenalFan7 Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 dw, I'm weird like that in football though there's certain numbers I'm more favored towards for positions, squad status etc i.e 23 is for my favourite player, 3 is a fullback, 9 is my poacher etc however 13 is just a bit rubbish so i give it to players i don't care about Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfg Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 I always use it - it's Nesta's number! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich10 Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 My best 11 get 1-11 Definitely this, I'd also get rid of player names on the backs of shirts, it's a team game sonshine. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turneep Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Always give number 13 to my playmaker, he is also usually my captain. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
!.m.! Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 I quite like the number 13, I usally give it to the back up keeper. Incidentally my first choice keeper always wears 25. Number 1 is usually for the old guy, 3rd choice keeper mentor. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssestig Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Either goes to a keeper or Reveillere keeps it until he retires if i'm managing Lyon (then it goes to a keeper as normal). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lower Leagues Rule Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 In Portugal it was always given to my thoughts on the clubs next star, he would then keep the number til he left the club. In Spain it has to be a Keeper, so my starting Keeper gets that number. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingjericho Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 My starting XI is numbered from 1 to 11 so the 13 usually goes to a second choice full back. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fe98 Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 I have something similar, I always give my best attacking midfielder/winger the #80 jersey.inspired by ronaldinho. why not #10? seeing as he was actually good when he wore it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobby_McDonald Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 No.13 is always my No.2 Goalkeeper. This for me too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonderkid36 Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 I always give my best defender the No.2 shirt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrrrrdavies Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 #1 GK #2 RB #3 CB #4 Most defensively minded midfielder #5 Right sided DC #6 Left sided DC #7 MR #8 Most Attack minded midfielder #9 S #10 S #11 ML #12 DR #13 GK #14 S #15 LB #16 Defensive midfielder #17 MR #18 Attacking midfielder #19 Striker #20, 21 & 22 whatevers left in my 22 man first team squad #25 3rd choice keeper #24 & 26+ promising youngsters Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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