Score Big with the Ball System
Your Guide to Points and Strategy
The Ball System is our unique scoring method that rewards players for their real-world performance. Understanding how points are awarded is key to building your winning strategy. Below is a breakdown of how players earn (or lose) points in Match Day Go.
Goals
Forwards
+5
Points for each goal scored
Midfielders
+4
Points for each goal scored
Defenders
+3
Points for each goal scored
Goalkeeper
+6
Points for each goal scored
Assists
All Players
+3
Points for each assist
Clean Sheets
Defenders
+4
Points for a clean sheet (no goals conceded)
Goalkeepers
+6
Points for a clean sheet
Saves
Goalkeeper
+1
Point for each save made
Minutes Played
All Players
+1
Point for every 10 minutes played (up to 90 minutes). Players who play over 90 minutes do not get extra points.
Cards & Penalties
Yellow Card
-1
Point for a yellow card (all players)
Red Card
-3
Points for a red card (all players)
Own Goal
-2
Points for an own goal (all players)
Penalty Missed
-2
Points for a missed penalty (all players)
Penalty Saved
+5
Points for saving a penalty (goalkeeper)
Additional Actions
Shots on Target
+1
Point for each shot on target (all players)
Crosses
+1
Point for every 3 crosses (midfielders/forwards)
Tackles Won
+1
Point for every 3 tackles won (defenders/midfielders)
Clearances
+1
Point for every 2 clearances (defenders)
Successful Dribbles
+1
Point for every 3 successful dribbles (all players)
Strategy Tips
Balance Your Team
Don't just focus on goal scorers. Defenders with clean sheets and goalkeepers with saves can rack up significant points.
Playing Time Matters
Players who consistently get 90 minutes will earn you steady points. Avoid players who are frequently substituted.
Watch for Specialists
Players who take penalties, free kicks, and corners have more opportunities to earn assist points.