Block Predictor: Predict with Your Fans

The Block Predictor, or AI Predictor, is a powerful interactive tool designed to engage your fan community by allowing them to predict the scores of upcoming matches. Easily integrate it into your Fanzone to boost engagement and interactivity.

What is it for?

The Block Predictor allows you to challenge your fans. By inviting them to predict the scores of their favorite team's upcoming matches, you create a fun and participatory experience. It's an excellent way to animate your community, generate discussions, and strengthen the emotional connection with your club or brand. Whether before an intense football match or a high-stakes MMA fight, this Block captures attention and stimulates anticipation.

Accessing the Feature

To integrate and configure a Block Predictor:

Access your Fanzone editor.

Click on "+ Block". In the Block library, search for "Predictor".

Then drag the Block to the desired area of your Fanzone.

Click on the Block to open its configuration options.

Key Features

The Block Predictor adapts to different sports, offering a personalized prediction experience. (Football, MMA)

General Block Configuration

When adding the Predictor Block, you must select the sport for which you want to create the prediction. This selection will influence the available prediction options.

Select the sport:

In the Block settings, choose "Football" or "MMA" from the drop-down list.

This step is crucial as it determines the icons, score fields, and types of predictions your fans can make.

Football Prediction: Predict Scores for a League Match

This mode is designed for football, ideal for Ligue 1 matches or other championships.

Match display:

The Block automatically displays the next match of the League your club plays in.

The logos of the two participating teams are clearly visible for quick identification.

Score counters for each team are initialized to zero.

Edit the score:

Fans can increase or decrease the score for each team using the + and buttons.

Each modification is accompanied by a subtle animation for a better user experience.

There is no limit to the number of scores a fan can choose, allowing for bold predictions.

Validate the prediction:

Once the scores are chosen, the fan clicks the Valider (Validate) button.

A confirmation screen appears, summarizing the prediction and thanking the participant.

MMA Prediction: Predict the Winner and Method of Victory

This mode is specifically adapted for MMA fights, offering different prediction options than football.

Fight display:

The Block displays the next relevant MMA fight for your audience.

Photos or avatars of the fighters are presented, along with their names.

Predict the winner:

Fans can select one of the two fighters as the winner.

A simple click on the photo of their chosen fighter validates the winner prediction.

Predict the method of victory:

In addition to the winner, fans can choose the method by which victory will be achieved.

Typical options include "KO / TKO," "Submission," "Decision," or "Draw."

Fans select the desired method from a drop-down list or via dedicated buttons.

Validate the prediction:

After choosing the winner and method, the fan clicks the Valider (Validate) button.

A confirmation screen appears to summarize the prediction.

Best Practices

Communicate clearly: Announce the availability of the Block Predictor via your social networks, newsletters, and other channels.

Offer rewards: To encourage participation, offer small prizes or loyalty points to top predictors. This increases the Block's appeal.

Update regularly: Ensure that the displayed matches or fights are always the most relevant and up-to-date. Relevance is key for engagement.

Integrate a leaderboard: If available, a leaderboard of top predictors can create healthy competition and encourage re-engagement.

Use attractive visuals: Use high-quality team logos and fighter visuals to make the Block visually appealing.

Concrete Use Cases

If you want to increase engagement for a major football match: Integrate the Block Predictor for that match, communicate about open predictions, and reward fans who guessed the correct score.

If you want to create buzz before an MMA event: Offer a prediction on the winner and method of victory for the main event, then share the results after the fight.

If you want to collect data on your fans' preferences: Analyze predictions to understand which matches or fighters generate the most interest and adapt your content accordingly.

FAQ

What is the Block Predictor?

The Block Predictor is an interactive tool that allows your fans to predict football match scores or MMA fight outcomes directly from your Fanzone.

How do I add a Block Predictor to my Fanzone?

To add it, access your Fanzone editor, search for "Block Predictor" in the Block library, and then drag it to your desired location.

Which sports are supported by the Block Predictor?

Currently, the Block Predictor supports predictions for Football (with score prediction) and MMA (with winner and method of victory prediction).

Can I customize the appearance of the Block Predictor?

Yes, you can style the Block to perfectly match the aesthetic of your Fanzone using the customization options available in the editor.

How do fans submit their predictions for football?

Fans use the + and - buttons to adjust the scores for both teams, then click Valider (Validate) to submit their prediction.

What information can be predicted for an MMA fight?

For MMA, fans can choose the winner of the fight and the method by which victory will be achieved (KO/TKO, Submission, Decision, or Draw).

Does the Block Predictor automatically display the next match or fight?

Yes, the Block is designed to automatically display the next relevant event (League match for football, or fight for MMA) after its initial configuration.

Is it possible to offer rewards to participants?

Absolutely, integrating a reward system for correct predictions or active participants is an excellent practice for boosting fan engagement.

How can I track my fans' predictions?

Fastory offers analytical tools that allow you to visualize participations and submitted predictions, providing you with valuable insights into your community's engagement.

Does the Block Predictor help with collecting data on my fans?

Yes, by analyzing predictions and participation, you gain valuable information about your fans' interests, which can guide your future content strategies.