A BatesvsBristol City
Analysis based on 10 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When A Bates officiates Bristol City matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 10 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Bristol City achieves a 30% win rate under A Bates, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 15.0 percentage point difference suggests a meaningful pattern worth examining. The data includes detailed card statistics, match outcomes, and historical trends to provide football fans, bettors, and analysts with evidence-based insights into this referee-team dynamic.
⚠️ POTENTIAL BIAS DETECTED
This team performs notably worse under this referee compared to their overall average.
Notable Negative Pattern
With a bias score of -15.0%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 10 matches, Bristol City has won 15 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when A Bates is appointed.
The Bias Meter™
Match History
10 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Feb 2012 | Hull(A) | 0 - 3 | LOSS | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 20 Nov 2011 | Millwall(A) | 2 - 1 | WIN | 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 5 Feb 2011 | Preston(A) | 4 - 0 | WIN | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 5 Dec 2009 | Ipswich(H) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 4 Apr 2009 | Preston(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | — | Championship |
| 15 Mar 2008 | Plymouth(H) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | — | Championship |
| 20 Oct 2007 | Norwich(A) | 3 - 1 | WIN | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 31 Mar 2007 | Nott'm Forest(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | 🟨 2 | League One |
| 10 Sept 2005 | Swansea(A) | 1 - 7 | LOSS | 🟨 5 | League One |
| 2 Mar 2004 | Wycombe(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | — | League One |
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