sofascore_event_statistics

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

Despite no annotations, the description provides useful behavioral details: it returns statistics from credential-free public JSON, indicates grouping/splitting by period, and mentions a 404 for matches without tracked statistics. This is good disclosure for a simple read operation.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Two efficient sentences with no wasted words. The first sentence states the core functionality, the second adds a key error case. Front-loaded and well-structured.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

For a simple tool with one parameter and no output schema, the description covers the purpose, parameter usage, and error condition. It gives a good overview of the returned data structure without being overly verbose.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100% with a single parameter 'id' described as 'Numeric SofaScore event (match) id'. The description reinforces this without adding new meaning beyond what the schema already provides, so baseline 3 is appropriate.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool returns one match's statistics including specific categories like possession, shots, passes, and more, grouped by period. This is specific and distinguishes it from other sofascore event tools like sofascore_event (basic info) or sofascore_event_lineups.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No explicit guidance is given on when to use this tool versus alternatives among the many sofascore siblings. The description lacks when-to-use or when-not-to-use context, leaving the agent to infer based solely on the tool name.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.