Accuracy before speed
MatchShock aims to publish sports information quickly without presenting unverified claims as established fact.
Story status
Where relevant, MatchShock distinguishes between confirmed information, reported developments, developing stories and rumors.
Confirmed
Information supported by an official club, league, governing body, athlete, representative or another direct primary source.
Reported
Information reported by credible independent media but not yet officially confirmed by the principal parties.
Developing
A fast-moving story where important facts may still change.
Rumor
A claim that has not reached the level required to present it as confirmed or reliably reported.
Sources
MatchShock aims to identify the original or most authoritative sources available and avoid presenting speculation as sourced reporting.
Updates and corrections
Articles may be updated when new information becomes available. Material factual errors should be corrected promptly and transparently.
Automation
MatchShock may use software and automated systems to collect, structure and prepare sports information. Automation does not remove the responsibility to distinguish facts, reports and uncertainty accurately.