About
Goalserve is a veteran sports data API provider founded in 2005, offering comprehensive real-time and historical sports data feeds to developers, sportsbooks, fantasy platforms, and livescore applications. With coverage spanning 20+ sports — including football (soccer), NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, cricket, tennis, golf, horse racing, esports, and more — Goalserve is one of the most expansive sports data solutions on the market. The platform delivers data in both XML and JSON formats, making integration flexible across different tech stacks. Feeds include live scores, fixtures, standings, detailed in-game player statistics, fantasy sports data, and both pre-match and in-play odds from 30+ bookmakers across 100+ betting markets. Historical data is available going back to 2010, making it suitable for analytics and predictive modeling applications. Goalserve operates through 3 independent data centres and guarantees 99% uptime with 24/7 customer support, catering to enterprise-grade reliability demands. With more than 600 leagues in live coverage and tailored packages such as Football, US Sports, Odds, and Full Package bundles, the platform scales from niche projects to large commercial deployments. A free trial is available for new clients to evaluate the data quality before committing to a subscription.
Key Features
- Live Score & In-Play Data: Real-time live scores and detailed in-game statistics for 20+ sports including horse racing, football, basketball, cricket, and more.
- Pre-Match & In-Play Odds: Aggregated bookmaker odds from 30+ bookmakers with 100+ betting markets, available both pre-match and live during games.
- Horse Racing & Esports Coverage: Dedicated feeds for horse racing and esports alongside all major traditional sports, providing a truly comprehensive data solution.
- XML & JSON Data Formats: All feeds are available in both XML and JSON, enabling easy integration into virtually any platform or application architecture.
- Historical Data Since 2010: Access to historical sports data going back to 2010, supporting analytics, machine learning, and trend analysis use cases.
Use Cases
- Building livescore websites or mobile apps that display real-time scores for multiple sports including horse racing
- Powering sportsbook and betting platforms with live in-play odds aggregated from 30+ bookmakers
- Developing fantasy sports applications that require detailed live player statistics and game data
- Creating sports analytics dashboards with historical data going back to 2010 for trend analysis and predictive modeling
- Integrating horse racing and esports data feeds into content platforms, tipster tools, or media applications
Pros
- 20+ Years of Market Experience: Founded in 2005, Goalserve brings deep domain expertise and a proven track record serving 200+ active subscribers globally.
- Extensive Sports & League Coverage: Covers 600+ leagues across 20+ sports in live mode, including niche sports like horse racing and esports rarely found elsewhere.
- Enterprise-Grade Reliability: Three independent data centres and a 99% uptime SLA with 24/7 support ensure mission-critical sports applications stay online.
- Free Trial Available: Prospective clients can test the API feeds with a free trial period before committing to a paid subscription plan.
Cons
- Pricing Not Publicly Listed: Subscription costs are not displayed on the website, requiring a direct inquiry which can slow down evaluation for smaller teams.
- Primarily Targeted at Developers: The raw XML/JSON feed model requires technical integration work, making it unsuitable for non-technical users without development resources.
- No Self-Serve Signup: Onboarding requires contacting the sales team, adding friction compared to platforms offering instant API key access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Goalserve cover?
Goalserve covers 20+ sports including football (soccer), NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, cricket, tennis, golf, horse racing, volleyball, motor sports, and esports, spanning 600+ leagues worldwide in live coverage.
What data formats does the API support?
Goalserve delivers all sports data feeds in both XML and JSON formats, making it compatible with a wide range of application architectures and programming languages.
Is there a free trial for Goalserve?
Yes, Goalserve offers a free trial period for new clients to evaluate the data feeds and quality before purchasing a subscription plan.
Can Goalserve be used for betting or sportsbook applications?
Yes. Goalserve provides pre-match and in-play odds from 30+ bookmakers across 100+ betting markets, along with low-latency data feeds specifically designed for sportsbook and betting platform use cases.
How far back does Goalserve's historical data go?
Goalserve provides historical sports data going back to 2010, which can be used for analytics, predictive modeling, fantasy sports, and machine learning applications.
