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_76 (played VARCHAR, difference VARCHAR, against VARCHAR)
### Question:
What is the total number played with a difference of 22 and less than 34 against?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(played) FROM table_name_76 WHERE difference = "22" AND against < 34