Livescore FAQs – Your Quick Guide to Real‑Time Scores

Got a question about how livescore works? You’re not alone. Fans everywhere wonder how to get the fastest updates, why some scores look different, and how to make the most of the extra stats. This page pulls together the most asked questions and gives you straight‑forward answers, so you can stop guessing and start watching the action as it happens.

How does livescore stay so fast?

Whenever a match kicks off, livescore’s servers tap into official data feeds from leagues, broadcasters, and on‑site officials. Those feeds push score changes the moment a goal is scored, a point is won, or a foul is called. Because the data is pushed, not pulled, you see the update in seconds, not minutes. The system also runs a checksum routine that flags any mismatch before it reaches your screen, which keeps the info reliable.

Can I customize the alerts I receive?

Absolutely. Both the website and the mobile app let you pick your favorite teams, leagues, and even specific match events like red cards or set points. Just go to the alerts section, select the competitions you follow, and choose the notification type – push, email, or SMS. You can also set a “quiet mode” for games you’re not interested in, so you only hear the stuff that matters to you.

Another handy tip: create separate alert profiles for different sports. That way you can get football goals on one profile and tennis set scores on another without mixing them up. The app remembers your settings, so you only need to set them up once.

Why do some scores look different on other sites?

Most of the time, the difference comes from timing. Some sites update every few minutes, while livescore pushes changes instantly. Occasionally a mismatch happens because a league changes a decision after the match – think of a goal ruled off‑side on review. Livescore logs the revision and updates the final score, which may look different from a snapshot taken earlier.

To double‑check a result, use the match timeline on livescore. It shows every event in order, so you can see exactly when a goal was added, removed, or altered.

What extra stats does livescore provide?

Beyond the basic score, livescore offers possession percentages, shots on target, expected goals (xG), and player‑specific numbers like passes completed or serve speed. These stats are pulled from the same official feeds, so they’re as reliable as the score itself. If you’re into betting or fantasy sports, those numbers help you spot trends – for example, a team that consistently creates high‑xG chances is likely to keep scoring.

Is the livescore app free, and how secure is it?

Yes, the core app is free and works on iOS and Android. It doesn’t sell your data; the only information it stores is what you give it for personalization – like your favorite teams. All data transfers are encrypted, and the app follows standard privacy guidelines, so you can trust it won’t leak your details.

If you ever run into a glitch, the support chat in the app connects you to a real person who can troubleshoot quickly. Most issues are resolved by clearing the cache or updating to the latest version.

Got another question that’s not covered here? Drop a line in the live chat on the site, and the team will get back to you fast. With the right settings, you’ll never miss a goal, set point, or crucial stat again.