Live scores and football statistics have long been part of the fan experience, but Sofascore has taken things to another level – becoming a cultural touchpoint for football players, coaches, journalists, and even reality TV shows. Whether it’s top athletes checking their player ratings, journalists using Sofascore stats in press conferences, or celebrities referencing the platform in unexpected ways, our presence extends far beyond the pitch.
From Xavi Hernández tracking live football scores on Sofascore to Brazilian Big Brother contestants being rated with our football rating system, here’s how Sofascore has become a key part of the global sports conversation.
When Athletes Check Sofascore Themselves
Football fans use Sofascore live scores and ratings to stay up to date, but they’re not the only ones. Even the world’s top football players and athletes rely on the platform to track football matches and player performance ratings.
Elena Rybakina, one of the most successful names in women’s tennis, was spotted holding her phone during a post-match interview – with the Sofascore app clearly visible on her screen. Whether checking live scores or her own tennis stats, it was a clear reminder that even the best athletes in the world stay connected through our platform.
Footballers are no different. After a Premier League match, Alexis Mac Allister was seen holding his phone, where a Sofascore push notification was visible. With real-time football updates being crucial in modern sports, it’s no surprise that professional footballers rely on Sofascore, just like their fans.
Brendan Rodgers and the Power of Sofascore Ratings
Sofascore’s influence extends beyond players – it has also become a trusted source for football journalists and sports media.
Ahead of a Champions League match versus Club Brugge, a journalist asked Celtic’s coach Brendan Rodgers a question, referring a Sofascore player rating to evaluate a footballer’s form. The moment confirmed how deeply integrated our football stats and ratings have become in high-level football discussions.
Xavi Hernández: A Football Mind That Relies on Sofascore
Ex FC Barcelona manager Xavi Hernández invited popular Spanish journalist and streamer Gerard Romero into his home for a live-streamed football discussion. The midday broadcast quickly gained traction, gathering over 210,000 views. While the interview covered many topics, one particular moment stood out for us at Sofascore.
During the discussion, Romero expressed his amazement how Xavi still manages to stay updated on football across multiple leagues. Xavi’s response was a testament to his lifelong passion for football:
I’ve been like this my whole life. My father, my brothers – we all follow football religiously. We even track the second and third divisions. Football is my life. I’m always following what’s happening. I have a lot of friends and former teammates, so I often check how they’re doing, how their teams are performing… especially now when everything is available. With Sofascore, for example, I’m always checking something.
Xavi Hernández, ex FC Barcelona coach
For one of the greatest midfielders in football history, to personally rely on Sofascore live football scores and player ratings is a testament to the platform’s value in professional football analysis.
Sofascore in Reality TV: When Big Brother Became Part of the Conversation
Brazil’s Big Brother is one of the most-watched TV show in Brazil, and in one of previous seasons, Sofascore unexpectedly became part of the conversation. Our approach to presenting football statistics on Twitter was embraced by the Brazilian audience, as a new way to rate Big Brother housemates, turning Sofascore into a trending topic on Brazilian Twitter.
By using our player rating system to evaluate contestants, fans of the show applied football logic to reality TV, proving that Sofascore’s football analytics impact culture beyond sports.
The Mystery of Messi’s Sofascore Trophy
Not all Sofascore moments happen live in front of cameras. Some take years to unfold – like the story of how Lionel Messi’s Sofascore Player of the Season trophy ended up with Leandro Paredes.
In July 2021, Sofascore sent a trophy to Messi, then still a Barcelona player, recognizing him as the best player of the season. The package was delivered to FC Barcelona’s training center, where it seemingly disappeared.
Two years later, Argentine journalist Sofi Martínez unexpectedly solved the mystery. While interviewing Leandro Paredes at his home, she noticed a familiar Sofascore trophy in his collection. Recognizing the logo, she was puzzled:
“Wait… this is Messi’s Sofascore trophy?”
Paredes explained:
“Yes, when Messi moved to PSG, I was at his place, and I asked if he would give it to me. He said yes.”
You can watch the video on this Instagram post.
And just like that, the mystery of Messi’s trophy was solved. Messi accepted it, kept it in his home, and even took it with him when he moved to Paris Saint-Germain. Eventually, he gifted it to his Argentina teammate Paredes.
Luckily, Messi went on to win the Sofascore Player of the Season award for Ligue 1 – so he has another one he can keep for himself.
Sofascore Beyond Sports: Helping Parents Choose Baby Names?
Sofascore’s football rating system is recognized worldwide for measuring player performances – but some users have found creative ways to use it beyond football. One of our favorite Sofascore user reviews came from a couple who used our system for an entirely different ranking:
“Your Sofascore rating system is so great my wife and I used it to rate baby names for our upcoming child!”
From football analytics to life-changing decisions, our platform continues to influence people in unexpected ways.
A Growing List of Cultural Moments
Sofascore’s presence in sports culture keeps expanding. We’ve already covered two major moments in previous stories:
- When AJ Tracey referenced Sofascore in his song “Joga Bonito”, giving a nod to our impact on football culture. Read about it here.
- When a Brazilian football fan tattooed Sofascore’s Attack Momentum graph, immortalizing an unforgettable match. Read about it here.
These stories, along with the latest ones, show how Sofascore is not just a football app – it’s a cultural phenomenon.
More Than Just a Platform – A Part of Football Culture
These moments prove that Sofascore is more than just a live score app – it’s a key part of modern football culture. Whether for players checking their stats, coaches following real-time results, journalists using football analytics, or reality TV fans adapting our rating system, Sofascore is everywhere.
As sports data and digital media evolve, one thing is clear: Sofascore is now an essential part of how the world experiences football and beyond.