Design a Real-Time Sports Scoring System

Functional Requirements

1. Real-Time Score Updates

   • The system should provide real-time updates of scores for various sports events.
   • Users should receive updates within seconds of a score change.

2. Multi-Sport Support

   • The system should support multiple sports, including but not limited to football, basketball, baseball, and tennis.

3. User Notifications

   • Users should be able to subscribe to specific games or teams and receive notifications for score changes.

4. Historical Data Access

   • Users should be able to access historical scores and statistics for past games.

5. Leaderboard and Statistics

   • Provide leaderboards for teams and players based on current and past performances.
   • Display detailed statistics for individual games and players.

6. User Authentication and Profiles

   • Users should be able to create accounts, log in, and manage their preferences.

7. Multi-Platform Access

   • The system should be accessible via web and mobile applications.

8. Localization and Language Support

   • Support multiple languages and regional formats for displaying scores and statistics.

9. Search and Filter

   • Users should be able to search for specific games, teams, or players and filter results based on criteria like date, league, or sport.

10. Admin Interface

    • Provide an interface for administrators to manage games, teams, and user accounts.

Non-Functional Requirements

1. Scalability

   • The system should handle a large number of concurrent users, especially during major sports events.

2. Performance

   • Ensure low latency in score updates and quick response times for user queries.

3. Reliability and Availability

   • The system should be highly reliable with minimal downtime, aiming for 99.9% availability.

4. Data Consistency

   • Ensure data consistency across all platforms and devices.

5. Security

   • Protect user data and ensure secure transmission of information.

6. Extensibility

   • The system should be designed to easily add support for new sports or features in the future.

7. Data Integrity

   • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of scores and statistics.

8. Real-Time Processing

   • Capable of processing and delivering real-time data with minimal delay.

9. Fault Tolerance

   • The system should gracefully handle failures and continue to operate under partial system failures.

10. Compliance with Standards

    • Adhere to industry standards for data transmission and security protocols.