Match Center User Guide
Page aliases: Match Center, Match Centre, Match Load, Match Overview, Match Analysis Page
Best for: Coaches, analysts, scouts, club staff, federation staff, and KoraStats support/AI assistants
Main job of this page: Help users understand one match in detail through score information, video, reports, team analysis, player analysis, event maps, and clips.
Quick Answer Summary
Use the Match Center when you want to open one match and review everything related to it: match score, teams, lineups, video, team statistics, player statistics, event maps, and downloadable assets. The most common actions are:| User wants to… | Go here / Click this |
|---|---|
| Return to the main match screen | Overview |
| Open home team analysis | Click the home team name in the top toolbar |
| Open away team analysis | Click the away team name in the top toolbar |
| Open a player report | Click Squad, then select the player |
| Watch the match video | Click Show Video |
| Download the match video | Click Video or Download Video |
| Download a match report | Click Report beside the team |
| Download highlights | Click Highlight |
| Download ball-in-play video | Click Ball in Play |
| Play an event video | Click an event marker or play button |
| Add events to clips | Select events, then click Add to Clip |
AI Answer Hints
Use this section to help an AI assistant answer user questions quickly.| If the user asks… | Answer from this section |
|---|---|
| “Where do I watch the video?” | Watch Match Video |
| “How do I download the match?” | Download Match Assets |
| “How do I see a player?” | Open a Player Analysis View |
| “How do I see team stats?” | Open a Team Analysis View |
| “What is Ball Won?” | Ball Won Views |
| “What is Ball Lost?” | Ball Lost Views |
| “How do I make clips?” | Create Clips from Events |
| “Why can’t I see the match?” | Access and Empty States |
| “Why is a button missing?” | Tips and Notes |
Page URL
The Match Center opens from a match link.match_id and season_id change depending on the match.
How to Access the Match Center
- Open Platform from the left sidebar.
- Select Matches.
- Open the match you want to review.
Access and Empty States
If the user is not allowed to open the match, the page shows:Page Layout
The Match Center has four main areas.| Area | What the user sees |
|---|---|
| Match Overview | Score, teams, coaches, officials, timeline, xG, possession, summary cards, lineup, and match charts. |
| Team Analysis | Team-level reports such as formation, passes, crosses, attacks, ball won, ball lost, ball receive, fouls, attempts, and dribbles. |
| Player Analysis | Player-level reports such as profile, passes, attempts, ball won, ball lost, ball receive, defensive actions, dribbles, and heatmap. |
| Video | Match video player, streams, halves, and download actions. |
Top Match Toolbar
The toolbar is the fastest way to move around the match.| Button / Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| Overview | Returns to the main match overview. |
| Home team name | Opens analysis for the home team. |
| Away team name | Opens analysis for the away team. |
| Squad | Opens the player list for that team. |
| Report | Downloads the selected team’s match report, when available. |
| Video | Opens the match video download options. |
| Highlight | Opens highlight download options, when available. |
| Ball in Play | Opens ball-in-play download options, when available. |
| Show Video | Opens the match video player. |
Squad Dropdown
Use Squad to open a player directly from the match. The squad list can show:- Player image
- Player name or nickname
- Shirt number
- Position
- Minutes played
Match Overview
The overview is the default page when a match opens.Match Header
The match header gives the basic match information:- Home team and away team
- Team logos
- Coaches
- Match score
- Penalty shootout score, when available
- Live time, when the match is live
- Stadium
- Kickoff date and time
- Referee, assistant referees, and 4th referee
Timeline
The timeline shows important match events across the game. Users can:- Hover over an event marker to see event details.
- Click an event marker to open the event video.
- Half
- Event time
- Team
- Player
- Event details
Match Summary Cards
The overview can show comparison cards for both teams. Common cards include:| Card | What it helps the user understand |
|---|---|
| Match Story | xG, chances, attempts, and possession. |
| Build-Up | Passing volume, successful passes, and passing accuracy. |
| Final Third | Crosses and dribbles. |
| Administrative | Fouls, corners, and offsides. |
| Defensive Actions | Ball won and ball lost totals. |
| PPDA | Pressing intensity indicators. |
| Match Duration | Actual ball time and possession time. |
Match Charts
The overview can also include charts and visual sections such as:- Race Chart xG vs Goals
- Possession
- Fouls Committed
- Starting Lineup & Match Contribution
- Penetration
- Possession by Third
- Attacking Flow
- Match Transition Play
- Possession Control Risk
Watch Match Video
Use Show Video to open the video player.Steps
- Click Show Video in the top toolbar.
- Choose a stream, if more than one stream is available.
- Choose the half, such as Half 1 or Half 2.
- Use the video player controls to watch the match.
What the Video View Includes
The video view can show:- Available streams
- Available halves
- Video player
- Download Video
- Download Highlight
- Download Ball in Play
Download Match Assets
The Match Center can provide several download options depending on match status and video availability.Download Match Report
- Find the required team in the top toolbar.
- Click Report beside that team.
- The report downloads when it is available.
Download Match Video
- Click Video in the top toolbar, or click Download Video in the video view.
- Select the available download option.
- XML File BASIC
- XML File Intermediate
- XML File Advanced
- Match Video
Download Highlight
- Click Highlight.
- Select the available stream or quality.
- Download the available highlight file.
Download Ball in Play
- Click Ball in Play.
- Select the available stream, quality, or dimension.
- Download the ball-in-play file or link.
Open a Team Analysis View
Team analysis helps users understand how one team performed in the match.Steps
- Click the home or away team name in the top toolbar.
- Select the team analysis section you want.
- Use the filters, pitch zones, event lists, and video actions to review details.
Available Team Views
| Team view | Friendly explanation |
|---|---|
| Formation | Shows the team setup. |
| Dynamic Formation | Shows how the team shape changed during the match. |
| Ball Receive | Shows where the team received the ball. |
| Ball Lost | Shows where the team lost possession. |
| Ball Won | Shows where the team recovered or won the ball. |
| Foul Committed | Shows where and how the team committed fouls. |
| Foul Awarded | Shows fouls awarded to the team. |
| Attempts | Shows shots and attempt locations. |
| Passes | Shows passing activity. |
| Cross | Shows crossing actions and outcomes. |
| Attacks | Shows attacking sequences and attack events. |
| Dribbles | Shows dribbles and take-ons. |
How Team Event Maps Work
Many team views use a pitch map. Typical workflow:- Select a category, such as All, Success, Fail, or a specific event type.
- Click a pitch zone to focus on that area.
- Review the events from that zone.
- Click the play button to watch the event video.
- Select events and add them to clips when the view supports clipping.
Open a Player Analysis View
Player analysis helps users focus on one player inside the match.Steps
- Click Squad for the home or away team.
- Select the player.
- Choose the player analysis section you need.
- Use maps, filters, and event lists to review the player’s actions.
Available Player Views
| Player view | Friendly explanation |
|---|---|
| Profile | Player overview for the match. |
| Pass | Player passing actions. |
| Attempts | Player shots and attempts. |
| Ball Lost | Where the player lost the ball. |
| Ball Won | Where the player won or recovered the ball. |
| Ball Receive | Where the player received the ball. |
| Defensive | Player defensive actions. |
| Dribble | Player dribbles and take-ons. |
| Heatmap | Player activity and touch locations. |
Player Event Lists
Player views can show an event list beside or below the pitch map. The event list can include:- Half
- Time
- Event type
- Result
- Zone
- X/Y location
- Play button
- Event checkbox
- Add to Clip button
Event Maps and Categories
This section explains common event map labels in simple user language.Ball Won Views
Ball Won means actions where the team or player regained possession or successfully challenged for the ball. Common categories:| Category | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Ball Recover | The player/team recovered possession. |
| Intercept / Intercept Won | The player/team intercepted the opponent’s action. |
| Tackle / Tackle Won | The player/team won the ball through a tackle. |
| Aerial Won | The player/team won an aerial duel. |
Ball Lost Views
Ball Lost means actions where the team or player lost possession. Common categories:| Category | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Ball Lost Under Pressure | Possession was lost while pressured. |
| Dribble Fail | A dribble attempt failed. |
| Ball Received Fail | A reception failed. |
| Aerial Lost | An aerial duel was lost. |
Ball Receive Views
Ball Receive shows where the team or player received the ball. Categories:| Category | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Success | The ball receive action was successful. |
| Fail | The ball receive action failed. |
Attempts Views
Attempts show shots or shooting attempts. Common result categories:| Category | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Goal | The attempt resulted in a goal. |
| Saved | The attempt was on target and saved. |
| Blocked | The attempt was blocked. |
| Off Target | The attempt missed the target. |
| Bars | The attempt hit the post or crossbar. |
Cross Views
Cross shows crossing actions. Common cross types:| Category | Meaning |
|---|---|
| All Crosses | All cross events. |
| Corner Crosses | Crosses from corners. |
| Freekick Crosses | Crosses from free kicks. |
| Open Play Crosses | Crosses during open play. |
| Throw-in Crosses | Crosses from throw-ins. |
Dribble Views
Dribbles show dribbles and take-ons. Common categories:| Category | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Dribble Success | Successful dribble. |
| Dribble Fail | Failed dribble. |
| Take-On Success | Successful take-on. |
| Take-On Fail | Failed take-on. |
Foul Committed Views
Foul Committed shows fouls committed by the selected team. Common categories:| Category | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Foul | Standard foul. |
| Handball | Handball offense. |
| Penalty | Penalty-related foul. |
| Bad Behavior | Misconduct or bad-behavior event. |
Create Clips from Events
Some event lists allow users to select events and add them to clips.Steps
- Open a team or player event view.
- Select one or more event checkboxes.
- Click Add to Clip.
- Open the clip basket from the top bar if you want to review your saved clips.
Watch an Event Video
Events can be opened in the video modal from timelines, maps, and event lists.Steps
- Find the event you want to review.
- Click the event marker or play button.
- The video modal opens, if video is available.
- Watch the event clip.
Grid System
The Grid System controls the pitch-zone layout used by the event maps. Use it when you want to change how the field is divided into zones.Steps
- Click Grid System from the match overview toolbar.
- Select the grid configuration.
- Click Load.
Common Questions
Why can’t I see the match?
The page may show You are not allowed to view this match. This means the match is not available to your account or permissions. Contact your KoraStats administrator or support team.Why can’t I see the video buttons?
Video buttons normally depend on video and stream availability. If the match has no available stream, video-related actions may be hidden.Why can’t I download highlights?
Highlight downloads may depend on match status and whether highlight files were generated.Why is a team or player section empty?
A section may be empty when the related data is not available yet, the match has not been processed, or the selected player/team has no events for that view.How do I go back from a team or player page?
Click Overview in the top toolbar or click the match breadcrumb.How do I review only one player?
Click Squad, select the player, then choose the player analysis view such as Pass, Attempts, Ball Won, Ball Lost, Ball Receive, Dribble, or Heatmap.How do I find events from one pitch area?
Open a map-based view, then click a pitch zone. The event list updates to show events from that area.Tips and Notes
- Some buttons appear only when the required match data exists.
- Some downloads appear only after the match has been processed.
- Video playback depends on video availability.
- Event maps depend on the selected grid system.
- Use Overview as the safest way to reset your view back to the main match page.
- Use Squad when you want to move from match/team analysis to player analysis.
Standard Platform Controls
This page uses the standard KoraStats platform layout. For the left menu, top bar, notifications, background jobs, clip basket, user profile menu, and global search behavior, refer to the shared Platform Navigation guide.Questions / Confirmations Needed
- Should the public name be Match Center or Match Centre? The current guide uses Match Center.
- Should XML download options be shown to all users, or only internal/admin users?
- Should Grid System be shown in customer documentation, or kept for internal/support documentation only?
- Should Add to Clip be described as adding directly to the clip basket, or does it open another confirmation step in some cases?