Data Sources & Coverage

Last Updated: January 2026

Spotito aggregates sports data from multiple professional data providers to deliver comprehensive, real-time coverage of football matches worldwide. This page explains our data sources, update frequencies, and coverage scope.

Data Provider Network

Spotito works with a network of trusted, industry-leading sports data providers:

Primary Data Sources

Official League APIs
Select leagues — Verified official data

Professional Data Feeds
Global coverage — Live scores, statistics

Statistical Partners
Major leagues — Advanced analytics

Media Partners
International — Breaking news, lineups

We aggregate data from multiple independent sources and cross-reference for accuracy. This redundancy ensures reliability even if one source experiences issues.

Real-Time Updates

Live Match Data

Live Scores
Update Frequency: Instant | Typical Latency: 5-15 seconds

Match Events (goals, cards)
Update Frequency: Instant | Typical Latency: 10-30 seconds

Substitutions
Update Frequency: As they happen | Typical Latency: 30-60 seconds

Match Statistics
Update Frequency: Every 5 minutes | Typical Latency: 1-5 minutes

Lineups
Update Frequency: Pre-match | Typical Latency: 30-60 min before kickoff

Non-Live Data

Competition Coverage

Premium Coverage (Full Statistics)

Full live coverage with detailed statistics, lineups, and events:

Europe

Americas

Asia & Oceania

International

Standard Coverage (Scores & Basic Stats)

Live scores with basic match information:

Basic Coverage (Scores Only)

Score updates and basic fixture information:

Data Accuracy

Our Accuracy Standards

Live Score Accuracy
Target: >99.9% | Achieved: 99.95%

Event Timing Accuracy
Target: ±30 seconds | Achieved: ±15 seconds avg

Lineup Accuracy
Target: >99% | Achieved: 99.2%

Statistics Accuracy
Target: >98% | Achieved: 98.5%

How We Ensure Accuracy

  1. Multi-Source Verification: We cross-reference data from multiple providers
  2. Automated Anomaly Detection: AI systems flag suspicious data points
  3. Human Review: Editorial team verifies contested or unusual events
  4. User Reports: Community feedback helps identify errors quickly
  5. Post-Match Reconciliation: Statistics verified against official sources

Known Limitations

Data Freshness Indicators

In the app, you'll see freshness indicators:

Historical Data

Available History

Historical Data Includes

Data Usage & Attribution

Our Data Principles

  1. No Gambling Advice: We provide informational data only, not betting recommendations
  2. No Official Affiliation: Our data is independently sourced, not from leagues directly
  3. User Responsibility: Always verify critical information with official sources
  4. Transparency: We clearly indicate data freshness and source reliability

Third-Party Data Notice

As stated in our Terms of Service:

Content is provided on an "AS IS" basis and is aggregated from various independent third-party sources. We do not warrant the absolute accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or reliability of any Content.

Requesting Coverage

Want us to add a league or competition?

Submit a Request: [email protected]

Please include:

We evaluate coverage requests monthly based on:

API Access

Are you a developer interested in our data?

We offer limited API access for:

Contact: [email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is my local league not covered?
A: We prioritize coverage based on data availability and user demand. Submit a request and we'll evaluate adding it.

Q: Why are some match statistics missing?
A: Not all matches have full statistical coverage. Lower leagues and friendlies often have limited data.

Q: How fast are live scores updated?
A: For premium leagues, typically within 5-15 seconds of the real event. Lower leagues may have 1-5 minute delays.

Q: Is your data official?
A: No, our data is aggregated from independent providers, not directly from leagues or federations. Always verify critical information with official sources.

Q: Can I use your data for my website?
A: Please contact us at [email protected] to discuss licensing options.

Questions about our data? Contact us at [email protected]