As a data journalist you represent us on public hence it’s very important to act professional and smart. Dress causal and nicely. Make sure you get well prepared and adhere the following:

• Know the kick off time of the match and venue/stadium.
• Your TWO devices are fully of charge.
• Plan well your journey and arrives at the coverage venue/stadium 1hr before kickoff time.
• Buy match entry ticket earlier and take comfortable seat to see pitch view well. Avoid sitting on hardcore fans.
• If you have accreditation for such match, make sure you have the required papers with you and use the right directed gate to enter the venue.
• Have your microphone with you.
• Make sure your smartphone/coverage device have enough internet data bundle. Usually 100 MB at minimum.
• After coverage, uploads an official link with match statistics within 24 hours after match ended.

NOTE: Avoid any alcoholic drinking 3 hours prior match and/or during coverage.