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_25 (appearances VARCHAR, team VARCHAR, place VARCHAR)
### Question:
What is the total number of appearances for players from Chaux-de-Fonds with places over 8?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(appearances) FROM table_name_25 WHERE team = "chaux-de-fonds" AND place > 8