The criteria for awarding MEDALS in football competitions vary according to the competition and the regulations of the organizer. Here are some common rules:

1. ** Premier League, Champions League, League Cup, FA Cup ** : In the past, some competitions required players to reach a certain number of appearances in order to win a winner's medal, such as the Premier League used to require a minimum of 10 appearances. In recent years, however, these competitions have become more lenient in awarding MEDALS, usually to anyone who is a first-team player, rather than being strictly limited to the number of appearances.

2. ** International events (such as the World Cup) ** : In major international events, MEDALS are usually awarded to all members of the registration list, not only the players who have actually played, but also the coaching staff and other staff.

3. ** Other leagues or events ** : Different countries and regions may have different regulations, and some smaller competitions may have their own rules for awarding MEDALS, depending on the arrangement of the event organizer.

4. ** Special occasions ** : such as school football games or other amateur games, sometimes each participant will receive a medal as a souvenir of their participation, whether they played or not.

For a particular competition, the awarding criteria of MEDALS should refer to the latest regulations issued by the official of the competition. If you need to know more about the awarding of MEDALS for a particular competition, it is recommended to consult the official website of the competition or contact the relevant organization for the most accurate information.