By The LiveScore Bet app is one of the most searched betting apps in Nigeria, partly because so many football fans already use a LiveScore app for results. Below we explain the difference, show you how to download the LiveScore Bet app safely on Android and iPhone, and helps you avoid the lookalike apps that try to cash in on a famous name.
Scores app or betting app?
Before you download anything, be clear what you want:
- A scores app shows results, fixtures and match stats. It needs no betting account and no deposit.
- The LiveScore Bet app is a sportsbook. You register, verify, deposit and place real money bets. It is for adults 18+ only.
Having one does not give you the other. If you already use a scores app and want to bet, you still need to download the betting app (or use the betting website) and open a betting account.
LiveScore Bet belongs to LiveScore Group, the company behind the scores app, and runs a separate Nigerian site at livescorebet.com/ng. When Lagos and federal regulators published their operator lists in 2023, the National Lottery Regulatory Commission named LiveScore Bet among its federally licensed operators. LiveScore Bet licence, as shown in its public information: NLRC licensed (named on NLRC federal list, Oct 2023). Our rating method shows how licence status feeds the score.
How to download the LiveScore Bet app on Android
Start from the official Nigerian LiveScore Bet website, for example through our LiveScore Bet link. The site will point you to the right download for Nigeria, either a store listing or a direct APK.
- On the official site, open the menu or footer and find the app download section.
- If it links to the Google Play Store, install from there as with any app.
- If it offers an APK file, tap download and wait until it finishes.
- Open the file. If Android blocks it, allow your browser to install unknown apps in Settings.
- Tap install, open the app, and log in or join.
- Switch the unknown apps permission off again afterwards.
LiveScore Bet app on iPhone
Look for the official LiveScore Bet app in the App Store and check that the publisher name matches the betting brand, not a random developer. Store availability can differ by country. If you cannot find a Nigerian version, use the mobile site in Safari and add it to your home screen.
Avoiding fake LiveScore Bet apps
A well known name attracts copycats. Watch for:
- Apps with "live score bet" in the title from an unknown developer.
- "Predictor" or "VIP tips" apps that use LiveScore branding. These are not official and often scams.
- APK files shared in Telegram or WhatsApp groups.
- Apps that ask for SMS access, contacts or accessibility permissions.
When in doubt, delete the app and download again from the official site.
Your first session in the LiveScore Bet app
- Join with your real name and date of birth, as on your ID.
- Check that your account currency is naira and you are on the Nigerian version, not the UK one.
- Open promotions. The Nigerian welcome offer is a first-deposit match paid as free bet tokens (current wording we hold: 100% first deposit bonus up to N100,000 in free bets), and the tokens can only be used on accumulators with a minimum number of selections at minimum odds. Our LiveScore Bet review covers the terms.
- Deposit with bank transfer, a card or a Nigerian e-wallet; the minimum is low (on record: N100).
- Set deposit limits or reminders in your account settings if offered.
- Make a small first deposit and test a small withdrawal before betting bigger.
LiveScore Bet app download problems
| Problem | What to try |
|---|---|
| App not found in store | Check your store region, or use the official site link |
| APK download fails | Switch to Wi-Fi, clear browser downloads, try again |
| Install blocked | Allow unknown apps for your browser for this install only |
| Location or region error | Make sure you are using the Nigerian version of the app |
| App freezes during live matches | Update the app, close other apps, check signal strength |
Besides the sportsbook, the Nigerian app links to the LiveScore Bet casino section, which lists slots, blackjack and roulette. We have not confirmed Aviator or virtual football on the Nigerian site, so if those matter to you, check the lobby before you deposit. Compare LiveScore Bet with other options on our best betting apps in Nigeria page, and please bet responsibly.
Frequently asked questions
Is the LiveScore Bet app the same as the LiveScore app?
No. A scores app only shows results. The LiveScore Bet app is a sportsbook that needs a betting account, verification and deposits.
How do I download the LiveScore Bet app in Nigeria?
Open the official Nigerian LiveScore Bet site and use its download link, which will point to a store listing or an APK for Android. Do not use third party APK sites.
Is the LiveScore Bet app available on iPhone?
Yes, LiveScore Bet has an iOS app as well as Android. Check that the App Store listing is the betting app from LiveScore Group, not the scores app or a lookalike, and that it opens the Nigerian site.
Why does the LiveScore Bet app show a region error?
You may be using a version for another country. Make sure you download the Nigerian version from the official Nigerian site.
