M OlivervsSheffield United
Analysis based on 14 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When M Oliver officiates Sheffield United matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 14 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Sheffield United achieves a 28.6% win rate under M Oliver, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 16.4 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 -16.4%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 14 matches, Sheffield United has won 16 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when M Oliver is appointed.
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Match History
14 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct 2023 | Man United(H) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 17 Dec 2020 | Man United(H) | 2 - 3 | LOSS | 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 31 Oct 2020 | Man City(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | — | Premier League |
| 16 Jul 2020 | Leicester(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 17 Jun 2020 | Aston Villa(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 10 Jan 2020 | West Ham(H) | 1 - 0 | WIN | 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 16 Oct 2011 | Sheffield Weds(H) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | 🟨 3 | League One |
| 12 Apr 2011 | Cardiff(H) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 15 Aug 2009 | Watford(H) | 2 - 0 | WIN | 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 15 Nov 2008 | Reading(H) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 21 Oct 2008 | Southampton(H) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 29 Mar 2008 | Preston(A) | 1 - 3 | LOSS | 🟨 2🟥 1 | Championship |
| 15 Mar 2008 | Norwich(H) | 2 - 0 | WIN | — | Championship |
| 15 Sept 2007 | Wolves(H) | 3 - 1 | WIN | 🟨 2 | Championship |
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