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_54 (goals_conceded VARCHAR, place VARCHAR, played VARCHAR)
### Question:
If the place is smaller than 8 and they played more than 18, what is the total number of goals conceded?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(goals_conceded) FROM table_name_54 WHERE place < 8 AND played > 18