THE NEXT CHAPTER OF SIDELINERELEASE VERIFICATION IN PROGRESS
BUILT AROUND MATCH DAY
A fresh look. The same sideline spirit.
Meet the new Sideline MatchDesk.
Your match. A clearer view.
3.0A familiar experience. A new perspective.
You can try the Cloud Web Insight pilot now. App downloads and subscriptions will follow after final testing, privacy checks and App Store approval.
01 / CONTROL
Run the match.
Timing, scoring and player movement, together at the desk.
02 / CONNECT
Keep people informed.
The right match information for each role around the ground.
03 / PRESENT
Bring the venue to life.
Match visibility for the big screen, sports presentation and OB.
THE SIDELINE ECOSYSTEM · 38 SECONDS
Every role. Connected.
See MatchDesk in action, explore the coaching and Apple TV views, and discover MatchCast presentation graphics.
Real app captures · illustrative scorebug sequence · music only, no spoken narration
Read the film overview
One match. So many people behind it. Every role, connected. MatchDesk records tries, follows conversion timers, manages player movement and keeps sanction countdowns in view. MatchCast brings coaching insights and the match-day picture to Apple TV. An illustrative scorebug shows presentation for broadcast and stadium screens. The MatchDesk symbol assembles into the full logo: Every match under control. Connected with Sideline MatchCast.
SIDELINE MATCHDESK
The match starts at your desk.
A focused workspace for the people keeping match day moving. From the first lineup to the last event, MatchDesk is the operational centre.
MatchDeskWORKFLOW PREVIEW
NORTH24
SECOND HALF62:18Match clock
SOUTH17
PLAYER MOVEMENTLatest event
08OUT →20
Replacement acceptedNorth · 62:18 · confirmed at the desk
✓
58:41Try recorded North
54:03Penalty recorded South
One accepted event. A shared view across match day.
01
Timing with context
Keep the match clock and operational timers in view, so the desk and technical zone work from the same timing context.
02
Player movement, made clear
Manage jersey-based lineups and replacement requests. Keep pending requests distinct from movements accepted by the desk.
03
A record of the match
Capture scoring and match events as they happen. Review the match record and generate reports according to your access.
04
Start local. Add what you need.
Manual local fixtures need no Cloud or Footprint link. Free includes scoring, commentary, jersey/front-row editing and watermarked PDFs. Plus adds match-specific local names, full PDF and XLS reports, and up to eight completed match records per iPad within the 72-hour retention window.
SIDELINE MATCHCAST
Match insights. Production control.
Live match insights for coaches. Scorebug and presentation control for production crews. Connected to Sideline MatchDesk.
MATCHCAST FOR MAC · IN TESTING
The floor manager. The OB. The same picture.
Bring match timers, player movement and scorebug control into the production workflow. MatchCast gives the broadcast floor manager and OB crew a shared view of the accepted MatchDesk record.
Match timers, player movement and configurable scorebugs
Role-scoped access through a match code
Separate verified production licence required
SIDELINE MatchCastILLUSTRATIVE VIEW
NORTH 2462:18SECOND HALF17 SOUTH
MATCH CLOCK62:18
LATEST MOVEMENT08 → 20
Replacement accepted North · 62:18
Production view · sample match data
↗
Ready before kick-off.
The match code stays with the match — including setup and rehearsal the day before — through to actual match completion.
Native MatchCast is in testing: Mac for coaching insights and production control, Apple TV for venue display. Try Web Insight. Follow the match in your browser. Read-only access uses a six-digit Insight or Broadcast code, with no account sign-in. Manager and Match Coding codes are not accepted. Sideline Local Server browser access is not implemented yet.
DEVICES & AVAILABILITY
The right screen for each role.
MatchDesk on iPad
Match Coding requires iPad. The current iPhone experience does not support full match operations.
MatchCast on Mac & Apple TV
Mac provides coaching insights and production control. Apple TV provides a venue display. Native MatchCast is currently in testing.
Cloud Web Insight
Try Web Insight. Follow the match in your browser. View live lineups, commentary, match clocks, shot clocks and Yellow Cards. Read-only access accepts six-digit Insight or Broadcast codes without account sign-in.
Sideline Local Server browser access is not implemented yet.
Sideline Partner becomes Sideline MatchDesk through an app update. Migration of older saved matches is not yet verified; transfer guidance will be provided once confirmed.
FIND YOUR FIT
Find your match-day fit.
Start with the match-day essentials. Choose Plus for player names, fuller reports and recent matches to revisit. Already use Footprint? Bring your assigned fixtures with you.
Choose your billing rhythm
Prices in rand and US dollars · Availability to be announced
THE LOCAL MATCH-DAY ESSENTIALS
Free
R0US$0 · No subscription fee
Set up your match, follow the action and keep everything together—even offline. iPad required.
One match at a time
Scoring, commentary and player movements
Match clock, time on/off and shot clocks
Cards and HIA/Blood replacement timers
Match-day jersey numbers and front-row assignments
Watermarked, jersey-only score & movement PDF
Separate watermarked Timekeeping PDF
FULL LOCAL MATCH OPERATIONSYOUR MATCH-DAY TOOLKIT
MatchDesk Plus
R399.99or US$17.99/ monthMonthly billing
Put names to the action, share fuller reports and revisit your recent matches.
Player names for each match
Full match, commentary and movement PDF reports
Timekeeping and commentary XLS export
Up to eight completed matches saved on your iPad
Review matches for 72 hours after Full Time
One match at a time
These are the features planned for launch. App availability and subscriptions are still subject to final checks and App Store approval. Annual plans are paid once for the year; the App Store will show the price for your region before you subscribe.
ALREADY PART OF FOOTPRINT?
Footprint Connect
Bring your Footprint match day into MatchDesk. Link your account to work with the fixtures assigned to you and keep team lineups and match information connected. No separate subscription is needed for the link.
Your Footprint role determines which fixtures you can access. Report options follow your MatchDesk plan or sponsored access, while Cloud sharing and MatchCast production are arranged separately. Each operator uses their own verified Footprint account.
Compare plans ＋
Free and Plus agreed launch scope, 7 October 2026
For your match day
Free
Plus
Fixture setup and offline match recordingSet up your fixture and keep the match moving, even offline. iPad required.
Included
Included
One match at a timeFocus on one live match at a time, with one operator keeping the record.
Included
Included
Scoring, commentary and player movementsCapture the action, correct an event and prepare replacements as the match unfolds. Includes the UCS decision guide.
Included
Included
Match clock, time on/off and shot clocksKeep match time, stoppages and shot clocks in view, with each timer running independently.
Included
Included
Sanctions and HIA/Blood event trackingFollow cards and temporary HIA/Blood replacements through match events and timers. Medical assessments are not recorded.
Included
Included
Match-day jersey and front-row editingPrepare your lineup before kickoff, then update jersey numbers and front-row assignments during play.
Included
Included
Player names for each matchAdd player names for each local match. Names stay with that match; Footprint player details come from Footprint.
Not included
Included
Basic score and movement PDFA simple match summary. Free reports use jersey numbers and a watermark, without commentary or event times.
Included
Included
Separate Timekeeping PDFKeep a separate record of stoppages with the SARU Timekeeping PDF. The Free version is watermarked.
Included
Included
Full match / commentary / movement PDF reportsTake the match record with you, including commentary and player movements. Dedicated referee sanction reports are separate and planned for later.
Not included
Included
Timekeeping and commentary XLS exportWork with your timekeeping and commentary records in a spreadsheet.
Not included
Included
Completed match archive on the iPadKeep up to eight complete match records on your iPad at once, within the 72-hour window.
Not included
Included
Time to revisit your matchRevisit a completed match for up to 72 hours after recorded Full Time. See the retention note below.
Not included
Included
Footprint account linkingBring your Footprint account into MatchDesk with a verified link. No separate subscription.
Optional link
Optional link
Access arranged separately ＋
Connect with the people and tools around your match. The options below sit outside the Free and Plus plan benefits, with access arranged for your role or match.
Your assigned Footprint fixtures
Find the Footprint fixtures assigned to you, using your verified account and match-day role.
Footprint lineup and match-data sync
Keep your assigned Footprint lineups and match information connected. Lineup confirmation remains a separate step.
Connect at your venue
Connect through your venue’s activated SidelineServer kit. Venue access, hardware, setup and support are arranged separately.
Read-only Match Insight: iPad and iPhone
Follow the match with a valid viewing code. Viewers do not need their own Plus plan; sharing is arranged by the host.
Read-only MatchCast Insight: Mac and Apple TV
Bring the match into view on Mac or Apple TV with authorised match access. Production tools are licensed separately.
Read-only Web Insight / Android browser
Try the Cloud Web Insight pilot with a viewing code, including in an Android browser. Viewing only; no match or team controls.
Hand over the match desk
Pass the match desk to another approved operator, with one person in control at a time. Other access and plan benefits stay separate.
Manager / technical-zone access
Available through an approved team or technical-zone role, arranged separately from viewing access.
MatchCast Presentation / Program output
Bring match graphics to your production workflow with a separate production licence. Plans, Footprint links and match codes do not include this licence.
Your recent matches, close at handPlus keeps up to eight completed matches on your iPad at once, giving you 72 hours after recorded Full Time to revisit each one. That window stays the same if a match is reopened, edited, handed over or shared through Cloud. Expired records are cleared when the app next opens or resumes. Server cleanup is still being verified; see our privacy draft for details.
Sideline Local ServerBring your match-day team together through an activated SidelineServer kit at your venue or tournament. Access, hardware, setup and support are arranged separately. Browser viewing through the local server is not available yet.
What’s coming next ＋
More ways to share and support your match day are being explored. These features are outside the launch plans; pricing and availability will be announced when confirmed.
Plus Cloud would replace your Plus subscription, with Cloud hosting and Insight sharing. Cloud Match Pass is planned as an occasional sharing add-on for Plus. Neither is on sale yet.
Share your match through Cloud
Planned for Plus Cloud, so you can share the match with people beyond the desk. Availability to be announced.
Occasional Cloud Match Pass
A planned option for Plus users who only need Cloud sharing for an occasional match. Price to be confirmed.
Cloud viewers
Plus Cloud is being planned for up to 30 viewers watching the same live fixture at once. Final allowance to be confirmed.
MatchCast for corporate production teams
A Mac edition for corporate production teams is planned under separate agreement. Download availability to be announced.
Cloud backup and cross-device restore
Planned for a later release. Live sharing and operator handover do not provide a backup service.
Saved reusable player library
Planned for a later release. For launch, Plus lets you add names to each individual match.
Watch timing companion
Planned for a later release.
Dedicated referee sanction reports
Planned for a later release. Match and timekeeping reports remain available as shown above.
MATCH ACCESS & PRODUCTION LICENSING
Stay close to the match.
Follow the action with a match code shared by your host. Cloud sharing and production tools are arranged separately from Free, Plus and your Footprint link.
CLOUD WEB INSIGHT · PILOTFollow the match in your browser.
Open the match in your browser with a six-digit Insight or Broadcast code—no sign-in or Plus subscription needed. Android browsers are welcome too. This is a viewing experience; Manager and Match Coding codes are not supported.
NATIVE INSIGHTFollow the match with your access code.
Follow MatchDesk Insight on iPad or iPhone, and MatchCast Insight on Mac or Apple TV, with authorised match access. iPhone is for viewing; match recording and manager controls need an iPad. Public app availability awaits approval.
MATCHCAST PRESENTATION / PROGRAMSeparate production licence
Bring scorebugs and presentation graphics to your production with a separate MatchCast licence. A MatchDesk plan, Footprint link or Broadcast code provides no production licence. Corporate options and a direct Mac edition are being prepared; pricing and availability will follow.
Running the desk or working in the technical zone? Your organiser arranges the appropriate operator or manager access separately. Plus does not include these additional permissions. Match codes are for match access, rather than purchases or subscription offers.
Plus: R399.99 or US$17.99 monthly, or R3,999.99 or US$179 for a year, paid upfront. Your App Store will confirm local pricing. Subscriptions will open after final checks and App Store approval. Cloud and production services are not on sale yet.
BUILT THROUGH MATCH DAYS
From the sideline. Since 2018.
Sideline began in 2018. Its direction has been shaped by the practical demands of rugby operations, in-stadium graphics and sports presentation.
2018
Where it began
The start of Sideline. A focus on the people working behind the match-day experience.
2022—2025
United Rugby Championship
Involvement in URC match-day environments, connecting the needs of the sideline with presentation and production.
2023—2026
Springboks Test series
Involvement in Test series in South Africa, with the demands of international rugby informing Sideline’s approach.
3.0
A clearer view
A new identity and a focused product family: MatchDesk for operations, MatchCast for match insights and production control.
Built around the desk, the stadium screen and the production crew.
What is the difference between MatchDesk and MatchCast?＋
MatchDesk is your match-day workspace for scores, timing and player movement. MatchCast connects coaching insights, role-specific match views and scorebug and presentation control for production crews. The technical-zone view remains inside MatchDesk.
Do MatchCast viewers need an account?＋
Native MatchCast supports match-code access and connected Footprint access. Cloud Web Insight requires no account sign-in. It accepts six-digit Insight or Broadcast codes for read-only access; Manager and Match Coding codes are not accepted. MatchDesk account access is a separate flow.
Can we rehearse before match day?＋
Production setup and rehearsal form part of the planned MatchCast workflow. Licence terms and availability remain unconfirmed; production services are not yet offered for sale.
When do replacements appear in commentary?＋
Replacements appear in commentary once confirmed at the match desk. Earlier visibility of a team’s own requests is being explored for the team experience and is not a confirmed launch feature.
When can I sign up or access a live match?＋
You can try the Cloud Web Insight pilot now. App downloads and subscriptions will follow after final testing, privacy checks and App Store approval. Open Web Insight with a six-digit Insight or Broadcast code.
YOUR NEXT MATCH DAY
Every match under control.
v3.0 What’s new in MatchDesk Launch preview＋
PILOTTry Web Insight. Follow the match in your browser. Read-only match access is now available with six-digit Insight or Broadcast codes. No account sign-in is required. Open Web Insight ↗
A fresh look for your match desk.
Version 3.0 is a complete rebuild, built on the Sideline experience you already know.
A refreshed identity, with a pitch-green app icon and light and dark appearances.
A clearer introduction to match operations for the desk and technical zone.
A focused product family: MatchDesk for operations and MatchCast for match insights and production control.
We’re completing the final checks for release. App availability is subject to App Store approval.
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