What is the Bias Score and how is it calculated?

The Bias Score compares a team's win rate under a specific referee to their baseline win rate (45%). A negative score suggests the team performs worse than average under that referee.

What sample size is considered reliable?

We recommend at least 5 games for initial patterns and 10+ games for high confidence.

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🧑‍⚖️ Referee Analysis⚠️ BIAS DETECTED

J LiningtonvsGillingham

Analysis based on 12 matches since 2000

* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.

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When J Linington officiates Gillingham matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 12 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Gillingham achieves a 25% win rate under J Linington, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 20.0 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.

🚨STRONG BIAS DETECTED

🚨 STRONG BIAS DETECTED

This referee has a significantly negative history with this team. Win rate is severely below average.

Bias Score

-20.0%

Matches Analyzed

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Notable Negative Pattern

With a bias score of -20.0%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 12 matches, Gillingham has won 20 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when J Linington is appointed.

The Bias Meter™

Bias Level-20.0%

Bias AgainstNeutralFavorable

Match History

12 matches under this referee

Date	Opponent	Score	Result	Cards	Division
1 Apr 2025	Colchester(H)	1 - 1	DRAW	—	League Two
9 Mar 2024	Tranmere(H)	1 - 1	DRAW	🟨 1	League Two
18 Apr 2022	Fleetwood Town(H)	0 - 0	DRAW	🟨 3🟥 1	League One
23 Nov 2021	Cheltenham(H)	0 - 2	LOSS	🟨 1	League One
10 Aug 2019	Burton(H)	1 - 2	LOSS	—	League One
17 Jan 2015	Coventry(H)	3 - 1	WIN	🟨 2	League One
21 Oct 2014	Preston(H)	0 - 1	LOSS	🟨 1	League One
5 Oct 2013	Milton Keynes Dons(H)	3 - 2	WIN	🟨 2	League One
16 Aug 2011	Barnet(A)	2 - 2	DRAW	🟨 1	League Two
2 Nov 2010	Wycombe(H)	0 - 2	LOSS	🟨 2	League Two
13 Apr 2010	Brighton(H)	1 - 1	DRAW	🟨 1🟥 1	League One
20 Jan 2009	Port Vale(A)	3 - 1	WIN	🟨 1	League Two

Frequently Asked Questions

Detailed Statistics

Win Rate (Under Ref)25.0%

Baseline Win Rate45%

Bias Score-20.0%

Cards for Gillingham

🟨 Yellows / Game1.25

🟥 Reds / Game0.17

Cards for Opponents

🟨 Opp Yellows / Game1.50

🟥 Opp Reds / Game0.17

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Betting Outlook

TIPSTER INSIGHT

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RED CARD RISK

Red card frequency: 0.17 per game

Higher than average dismissal rate in this matchup.

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