At Sofascore, our goal has always been to deliver accurate, real-time sports data to fans around the world. But with so many leagues and matches happening every day, data from local, amateur, and semi-professional leagues often goes under the radar. That’s where Crowdsourcing comes in. This project empowers fans to contribute scores, player info, and team updates, ensuring no game is left unnoticed.
This isn’t just about improving data, it’s about building a global community of fans working together to highlight every match, team, and player.
Who Can Join Sofascore Crowdsourcing?
“Crowdsourcing is open to anyone who wants to help,” explained Ana Mamić Šuka, Customer Success Team Lead at Sofascore. Whether you’re a big fan of your local league or someone who knows the correct score of a recent match, you can get involved.
It’s especially designed for supporters of local, amateur, or semi-professional leagues, competitions where official data may not always be available. However, anyone with accurate information about matches, teams, or players is welcome to join.
If you love sports and want to make an impact, Sofascore invites you to be part of this growing community.
Why Did Sofascore Launch Crowdsourcing?
The goal of Crowdsourcing is simple: make sports data more complete. “We want every football match in the world to be available on Sofascore, from major leagues to amateur competitions,” Ana shares.
But the vision goes beyond just filling in gaps.
It’s also about creating a global community of fans who can make an impact. By contributing, users help bring visibility to local leagues, teams, and players that might otherwise go unnoticed.
Ana Mamić Šuka, Customer Success Team Lead at Sofascore
This project perfectly aligns with Sofascore’s mission of connecting fans through accurate data and celebrating every level of the game.
How Does Crowdsourcing Work?
Getting involved is easy, and there’s no application process. If you’re passionate about a team or league, you can start contributing right away.
For example, you can follow a local or amateur team you care about. Sofascore will send you notifications before their matches, inviting you to contribute scores, start times, and other details. Using the Contributions Tab, you can add goals, scorers, or even update player and team profiles.
“Whether it’s amateur or professional, every piece of data counts,” Ana Mamić Šuka explains. “Users can even suggest changes to venues or player profiles, ensuring the platform reflects accurate, up-to-date information.”
The Global Impact of Crowdsourcing
Sofascore Crowdsourcing is creating a bridge between amateur and professional sports. In regions where grassroots football thrives but lacks proper documentation, Crowdsourcing gives fans the power to spotlight these leagues and players on a global stage.
Take South America, for example, where football is a way of life. Crowdsourcing allows fans to bring visibility to local tournaments that might not even have official websites. Similarly, in parts of Africa and Southeast Asia, users can document games and players, ensuring their efforts are not overlooked.
This project unites fans from different cultures and backgrounds through their shared love of sports. A supporter in Croatia can contribute scores for their hometown team, while someone in Brazil highlights the achievements of a local amateur club. Together, they’re building a richer sports ecosystem.
Ana Mamić Šuka, Customer Success Team Lead at Sofascore
By connecting these communities, Crowdsourcing is making amateur leagues, teams, and players a vital part of the Sofascore experience.
What Do Users Get Out of It?
Crowdsourcing is as rewarding for contributors as it is beneficial for Sofascore. Fans who participate become part of a larger community and gain recognition for their efforts.
“Contributors are featured on the leaderboard, where their profiles stand out with badges that show their impact,” the Sofascore team explains. Users also earn points for their suggestions and build a reputation score, which reflects their credibility.
While there are no physical rewards at the moment, the sense of accomplishment and community involvement keeps many contributors motivated. Your beloved amateur team or league is featured and followed in the same place as the biggest professional leagues in the world, like UEFA Champions League or English Premier League.
How Is Data Verified?
Sofascore uses a strict system to ensure all contributed data is accurate. For match scores and scorers, a sophisticated AI algorithm checks user suggestions against their reputation scores. “High-reputation users have more influence, but league moderators make the final confirmation,” Mamić Šuka explains.
For other updates, like team or player profiles, Sofascore’s data team reviews and verifies the information. This combination of technology and human oversight ensures that the platform remains a trusted source of sports data.
Limitations and Upcoming Updates
While Crowdsourcing is open to all Sofascore app users, there are a few limitations. Contributions can only be made through the mobile app, and users must be logged in to have their contributions tracked and recognized. Additionally, if a user’s reputation score is low, their suggestions may require multiple confirmations before going live.
However, the Sofascore team is constantly working to improve the experience. “We’re adding more options for users, like the ability to suggest yellow and red cards in matches,” they share.
These updates will make contributing even more enjoyable for fans.
A Community Effort
Crowdsourcing is more than just a feature on Sofascore – it’s a global movement. “We believe every match, team, and player deserves recognition, and we’re giving fans the tools to make that happen,” the team explains.
If you’re passionate about sports and want to help your local league gain global visibility, join Sofascore Crowdsourcing today. Together, we can ensure no game goes unnoticed.
Because at Sofascore, every match counts!