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_80 (played INTEGER, goal_difference VARCHAR, position VARCHAR)
### Question:
How many people played at the club that had a "goal difference" of -8 and a position lower than 12?
### Answer:
SELECT SUM(played) FROM table_name_80 WHERE goal_difference = -8 AND position < 12