<P> In later years , the number of substitutes permitted in Football League matches has gradually increased ; at present each team is permitted to name either five or seven substitutes depending on the country and competition , of which a maximum of three may be used . In England , the Premier League increased the number of players on the bench to five in 1996 , and it was announced that the number available on the bench would be seven for the 2008 -- 09 season . </P>
<P> In later years , the number of substitutes permitted in Football League matches has gradually increased ; at present each team is permitted to name either five or seven substitutes depending on the country and competition , of which a maximum of three may be used . In England , the Premier League increased the number of players on the bench to five in 1996 , and it was announced that the number available on the bench would be seven for the 2008 -- 09 season . </P>
how many players are on the bench in football
how many players are on the bench in football
seven
seven