M JonesvsWatford
Analysis based on 17 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When M Jones officiates Watford matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 17 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Watford achieves a 23.5% win rate under M Jones, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 21.5 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 -21.5%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 17 matches, Watford has won 22 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when M Jones is appointed.
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Match History
17 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sept 2016 | Burnley(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 2 Mar 2016 | Man United(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 17 Oct 2015 | Arsenal(H) | 0 - 3 | LOSS | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 8 Aug 2015 | Everton(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 6 Apr 2015 | Middlesbrough(H) | 2 - 0 | WIN | 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 17 Aug 2013 | Reading(A) | 3 - 3 | DRAW | 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 9 Aug 2008 | Crystal Palace(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 3 Nov 2007 | West Brom(H) | 0 - 3 | LOSS | 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 1 Sept 2007 | Ipswich(H) | 2 - 0 | WIN | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 14 Feb 2006 | Leeds(A) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | 🟨 2🟥 2 | Championship |
| 26 Nov 2005 | Preston(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 19 Mar 2005 | Preston(H) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 24 Nov 2004 | Leeds(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 1 May 2004 | West Ham(A) | 0 - 4 | LOSS | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 7 Dec 2002 | Derby(A) | 0 - 3 | LOSS | 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 17 Apr 2001 | Wolves(H) | 3 - 2 | WIN | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 12 Sept 2000 | Blackburn(A) | 4 - 3 | WIN | 🟨 3 | Championship |
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