Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_name_55 (matches VARCHAR, name VARCHAR, rank VARCHAR)
### Question:
What was the total number of matches for Nat Lofthouse, ranking higher than 7?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(matches) FROM table_name_55 WHERE name = "nat lofthouse" AND rank > 7