L SmithvsPreston
Analysis based on 6 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When L Smith officiates Preston matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 6 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Preston achieves a 33.3% win rate under L Smith, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 11.7 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.
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Match History
6 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Dec 2025 | Wrexham(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 21 Oct 2025 | Birmingham(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 20 Sept 2025 | Derby(A) | 1 - 0 | WIN | 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 11 Mar 2025 | Sunderland(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 6 Nov 2024 | Sunderland(H) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 9 Apr 2024 | Huddersfield(H) | 4 - 1 | WIN | 🟨 3 | Championship |
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