Fact-Checking Policy

Last updated: March 2026

Sportive News is committed to publishing sports journalism that is accurate, clear, and responsibly sourced. Our fact-checking process is designed to reduce errors, improve reliability, and ensure that readers can trust the information published on our website.

What we verify before publication

Depending on the story type, our editorial process may include verification of:

• Match dates, kickoff times, venues, and competition names
• Team names, player identities, coaches, and officials
• Scores, standings, fixtures, brackets, and tournament details
• Transfer reports, contract updates, suspensions, and injury-related claims when supported by credible reporting
• Official statements, club announcements, federation releases, and governing body updates
• Historical references, previous results, and competition context

Our sources

We prioritize information from reliable and relevant sources, including:

• Official club, league, federation, and tournament websites
• Verified statements from teams, governing bodies, and accredited organizations
• Press releases and official competition communications
• Direct event information, schedules, and publicly available match data
• Established reporting from credible sports media outlets when appropriately attributed

We do not knowingly present rumors, social media speculation, or unverified claims as confirmed fact.

Developing and breaking news

In fast-moving stories, particularly in transfer news, squad updates, event changes, disciplinary matters, and breaking match developments, information may evolve quickly. In such cases, Sportive News aims to publish only what can be reasonably verified at the time of writing and to update articles when new confirmed information becomes available.

Use of attribution

When information comes from another outlet, official source, or named report, we aim to attribute it clearly. We distinguish between:

• Confirmed facts supported by official or direct sources
• Reported information attributed to a credible source
• Analysis or context that helps explain the significance of a story

Editorial review

Articles published on Sportive News may be reviewed for factual consistency, headline accuracy, clarity, and context before publication. This process may vary depending on the urgency of the story, the source material available, and the nature of the report.

No guarantee of perfection

While we apply a fact-checking process to our reporting, no newsroom can guarantee that every article will remain free of error at all times. If a factual mistake is identified, we review it and correct it in line with our Corrections Policy.

Reader feedback

Readers who identify a potential factual issue in our content are encouraged to contact us. Helpful reports include:

• The article URL
• The statement that may be inaccurate
• The suggested correction
• A supporting source, if available

Please contact us through:
https://www.sportivenews.com/p/contact.html

Editorial standards

Our goal is to provide timely sports coverage without sacrificing trust, clarity, or editorial responsibility. Fact-checking is part of our broader commitment to responsible sports journalism and transparent publishing standards.

For information on how we handle confirmed errors, please review our Corrections Policy.