Bola.com
An Indonesian football news site with match coverage and transfer news.
Bola.com at a glance
Bola.com is a sports website and one of the most visited sites in Indonesia, currently ranked #117 in the country. It was founded in 2014 by Emtek Group and is headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. Today Bola.com is owned by Kapanlagi Youniverse (Emtek). Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 45 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through digital advertising. Its closest rivals include goal.com, bolasport.com, detik.com.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 42.3 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 43.6 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 45 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 47.7 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Direct45%
- Organic search30%
- Social16%
- Referral6%
- Paid3%
Audience & demographics
- Men74%
- Women26%
- Age 18-2427%
- Age 25-3431%
- Age 35-4422%
The audience is concentrated in Indonesia, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- Indonesia86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 13.5 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- Indonesia
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| bola.com | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| live scores | Top 10 | High | — |
| match results | Top 10 | High | — |
| league table | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the Indonesia web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 83% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading sports apps in Indonesia
Company information
- Website
- bola.com
- Sector
- Sports
- Owner
- Kapanlagi Youniverse (Emtek)
- Owner type
- Subsidiary of public company
- Founders
- Emtek Group
- Founded
- 2014
- Headquarters
- Jakarta, Indonesia
- Employees
- 150+
- Ownership
- Kapanlagi Youniverse (Emtek) controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Revenue
- ≈ $15 million annual revenue (est.)
- Languages
- Indonesian
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, social
Financials
- Revenue
- ≈ $15 million annual revenue (est.)
- Ownership
- Subsidiary of public company
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
Bola.com operates a sports media platform focused on Indonesia. An Indonesian football news site with match coverage and transfer news. Revenue comes mainly from digital advertising, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Digital advertising
Products & services
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International presence
- Primary market
- Indonesia
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Employee statistics
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (Indonesia)
- #117 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading sports site in Indonesia
- Global rank
- 2200
Main competitors
Website comparisons
| Website | Monthly visits | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| goal.com | ≈ 27 million / month | #118 class competitor | — |
| bolasport.com | ≈ 20.2 million / month | #119 class competitor | — |
| detik.com | ≈ 13.5 million / month | #120 class competitor | — |
What is Bola.com?
Bola.com (bola.com) is a sports media platform serving users in Indonesia. An Indonesian football news site with match coverage and transfer news. It ranks #117 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the sports category.
Who owns Bola.com?
The site is operated by Kapanlagi Youniverse (Emtek), founded by Emtek Group. The company was established in 2014 and is headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. It employs around 150+.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place Bola.com at roughly 45 million visits per month, about 1.5 million per day. Around 83% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 4.8 pages per visit with an average session of 5 min.
How Bola.com makes money
Revenue comes primarily from digital advertising, alongside .
Competitors in Indonesia
Its closest rivals include goal.com, bolasport.com, detik.com.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- 2014
Bola.com is founded in Jakarta, Indonesia.
- Growth phase
Expands its sports offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #117 among the most visited websites in Indonesia.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Live scores and fast match reporting
- Deep coverage of national leagues
- Free access to most content
- Strong mobile and app experience
Cons
- Ad-heavy match pages
- Betting advertising throughout
- Rumour-driven transfer coverage
- Video rights limit highlights
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Bola.com?
Bola.com is operated by Kapanlagi Youniverse (Emtek). Subsidiary of public company structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is Bola.com headquartered?
Bola.com is headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia.
When was Bola.com founded?
Bola.com was founded in 2014 by Emtek Group.
How many employees does Bola.com have?
Bola.com employs approximately 150+ people.
What is Bola.com's revenue?
Bola.com's revenue: ≈ $15 million annual revenue (est.).
Who are Bola.com's competitors?
Main competitors in Indonesia include goal.com, bolasport.com, detik.com.
How does Bola.com make money?
Mainly digital advertising.
Is Bola.com publicly traded?
Bola.com's ownership: Subsidiary of public company.
How many visitors does Bola.com get?
Third-party estimates place Bola.com at roughly 45 million visits per month, mostly from Indonesia, with 83% mobile traffic.
Is Bola.com safe?
Bola.com is an established sports site founded in 2014 and ranked #117 in Indonesia; use the official domain bola.com and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementsbola.com
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coverageIndonesia and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
Official brand account
Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos