real-time notifications websockets vs server-sent events

Hey all, im working on a new feature that needs to send real-time updates to users. Like live scores, stock prices, or chat messages. I know message queues are often involved for decoupling, but when it comes to pushing those updates to the client, im weighing WebSockets against Server-Sent Events, or SSE. WebSockets seem more powerful with bidirectional communication, but SSE feels simpler for just server-to-client updates. For a beginner-friendly approach focusing on notifications, what do you all think is generally a better starting point? Are there common pitfalls to avoid with either?