M RileyvsBlackburn
Analysis based on 18 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When M Riley officiates Blackburn matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 18 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Blackburn achieves a 22.2% win rate under M Riley, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 22.8 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 -22.8%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 18 matches, Blackburn has won 23 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when M Riley is appointed.
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Match History
18 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 May 2009 | Portsmouth(H) | 2 - 0 | WIN | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 11 Apr 2009 | Liverpool(A) | 0 - 4 | LOSS | 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 30 Aug 2008 | West Ham(A) | 1 - 4 | LOSS | 🟨 5 | Premier League |
| 27 Apr 2008 | Portsmouth(A) | 1 - 0 | WIN | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 8 Mar 2008 | Fulham(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 25 Aug 2007 | Everton(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 11 Nov 2006 | Man United(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | 🟨 4 | Premier League |
| 14 Jan 2006 | Bolton(H) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 10 Dec 2005 | West Ham(H) | 3 - 2 | WIN | 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 29 Oct 2005 | Chelsea(A) | 2 - 4 | LOSS | 🟨 5 | Premier League |
| 18 Sept 2005 | Newcastle(H) | 0 - 3 | LOSS | 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 2 Apr 2005 | Man United(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 5 Feb 2005 | Middlesbrough(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 16 Oct 2004 | Middlesbrough(H) | 0 - 4 | LOSS | 🟨 2🟥 1 | Premier League |
| 8 Feb 2003 | Southampton(H) | 1 - 0 | WIN | — | Premier League |
| 11 Jan 2003 | Sunderland(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 11 Sept 2002 | Chelsea(H) | 2 - 3 | LOSS | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 17 Nov 2001 | Liverpool(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | 🟨 2 | Premier League |
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