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_20301877_2 (played VARCHAR, player VARCHAR)
### Question:
how many matches did wayne mardle play
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(played) FROM table_20301877_2 WHERE player = "Wayne Mardle"