K FriendvsWatford
Analysis based on 18 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When K Friend officiates Watford matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 18 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Watford achieves a 11.1% win rate under K Friend, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 33.9 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
This referee has a significantly negative history with this team. Win rate is severely below average.
Notable Negative Pattern
With a bias score of -33.9%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 18 matches, Watford has won 34 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when K Friend is appointed.
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Match History
18 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Apr 2022 | Man City(A) | 1 - 5 | LOSS | — | Premier League |
| 26 Feb 2022 | Man United(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | — | Premier League |
| 7 Nov 2021 | Arsenal(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | 🟨 2🟥 1 | Premier League |
| 4 Jul 2020 | Chelsea(A) | 0 - 3 | LOSS | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 8 Feb 2020 | Brighton(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 10 Dec 2018 | Everton(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 12 May 2017 | Everton(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 14 Dec 2016 | Man City(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 27 Aug 2016 | Arsenal(H) | 1 - 3 | LOSS | 🟨 6 | Premier League |
| 15 May 2016 | Sunderland(H) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 9 Apr 2016 | Everton(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 3 Apr 2015 | Derby(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | 🟨 4🟥 1 | Championship |
| 15 Feb 2011 | Preston(H) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 24 Apr 2010 | Reading(H) | 3 - 0 | WIN | 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 17 Jan 2009 | Sheffield United(H) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 27 Nov 2007 | Burnley(H) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | — | Championship |
| 30 Apr 2006 | Hull(H) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | — | Championship |
| 28 Jan 2006 | Crewe(H) | 4 - 1 | WIN | — | Championship |
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