Crafting Next Gen Sports Apps and Media Experiences with Stats Perform’s Opta APIs 

Opta data APIs from Stats Perform set the global standard for powering innovative sports apps. Drawing on a massive archive of live and historical data, enhanced by advanced proprietary AI technology these APIs let developers deliver instant, intelligent experiences for fans, clubs, and betting platforms across over 3900+ competitions and 20+ major sports worldwide.

What Makes Opta APIs Essential for App Developers

Opta APIs provide real time stats, enriched AI metrics, and unparalleled data depth, making them the top choice for developers building engaging, data driven sports platforms.

• Live Data Delivery: Instantly stream scores, events, and player tracking for over 20 sports and 3900+ competitions.
• Advanced AI Metrics: Access predictive and descriptive stats like Expected Goals (xG), xT, EPA, sprint distance, and more, all updated in real time.
• Seamless Integration: RESTful endpoints and clean JSON outputs support any stack or app type, from fantasy platforms and team tools to betting products.
• Broad Coverage: From global leagues to niche competitions, Opta powers every use case with data trusted by leading media and tech brands.

Sports apps that succeed today do more than report scores: they deliver context, prediction, and interactivity powered by top tier data:

• Fan Apps: Visualise live player tracking, heat maps, and passing stats for, football, American football, and cricket.
• Betting and Fantasy: Dynamically create prop markets and fantasy leaderboards with up to the second performance metrics.
• Team Dashboards: Integrate tactical data such as xG or player loads for real time coaching and opposition analysis.
• Media Integration: Automate match alerts, story triggers, and highlight stats for broadcast or in-app feeds.

With Opta's APIs, apps keep users engaged and informed before, during, and after every match.

Case Study: Opta Data Powers Czech League Growth

The Czech Football League Association (LFA), overseeing the country's top two football tiers, partnered with Stats Perform in June 2024 to leverage Opta APIs for enhanced fan engagement and storytelling. By integrating official Opta data, the LFA addressed the demand for consistent, low-latency match data across its digital and broadcast platforms, empowering clubs, media, and betting operators.

Key implementations included:

• Low-Latency Data Feeds: Opta APIs delivered real-time scores, events, and advanced metrics like Expected Goals (xG) to LFA's Chance Liga platforms, ensuring consistent data across club and league channels.
• Dynamic Visualizations: Using Opta Live, the LFA introduced engaging visuals like heatmaps and passing networks, enhancing matchday content on social media and broadcast.
• Innovative Content Formats: Opta's data enabled new formats like quizzes, boosting fan interaction on matchdays.
• Editorial Support: The Opta Data Insights Team provided storytelling expertise, helping craft compelling narratives for fans.

The results were significant for the 2024/25 season:

• Social Media Growth: Instagram reach increased by 119% (1.3 million), interactions doubled (1.9 million), and Facebook impressions grew by 165% (74.1 million).
• Broadcast Impact: Chance Liga's TV viewership rose by 9%, adding 2.6 million viewers, surpassing other European leagues and the Champions League in Czechia. OnePlay, the official broadcaster, launched a dedicated Opta channel with live data screens, a first in Central Europe.

This partnership positioned the LFA as a progressive, data-driven competition, demonstrating Opta APIs' ability to transform fan engagement and audience growth. For more information on how Opta powers the Czech League, please click here.

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