The Striker with Number 9 (, translit. I fanela me to 9) is a 1988 Greek drama film directed by Pantelis Voulgaris. It was entered into the 39th Berlin International Film Festival. It is based on the novel by Menis Koumandareas and the screenplay was written by Vangelis Raptopoulos.
The central character of the film is the young and unknown but full-fledged football player Vasilis "Bill" Seretis in his attempt to become a famous ace of the fields, not hesitating in the face of any obstacle. Crossing the fields of the Greek territory, from Thessaloniki to Volos and from there to Athens, Seretis knows success and apotheosis, but at the same time he sinks into loneliness and frustration.
The film received the following awards and distinctions: