S MartinvsCardiff
Analysis based on 15 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When S Martin officiates Cardiff matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 15 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Cardiff achieves a 26.7% win rate under S Martin, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 18.3 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 -18.3%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 15 matches, Cardiff has won 18 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when S Martin is appointed.
The Bias Meter™
Match History
15 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Nov 2024 | QPR(H) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | — | Championship |
| 13 Dec 2023 | Birmingham(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 24 Sept 2023 | Sunderland(A) | 1 - 0 | WIN | 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 15 Apr 2022 | Hull(A) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 12 Feb 2022 | Millwall(A) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | — | Championship |
| 7 Aug 2021 | Barnsley(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | — | Championship |
| 5 Dec 2020 | Watford(A) | 1 - 0 | WIN | 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 30 Jun 2020 | Charlton(H) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 25 Feb 2020 | Nott'm Forest(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 11 Dec 2017 | Reading(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 28 Oct 2017 | Millwall(H) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 14 Feb 2017 | Derby(A) | 4 - 3 | WIN | — | Championship |
| 13 Sept 2016 | Preston(A) | 0 - 3 | LOSS | 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 16 Apr 2016 | QPR(H) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 25 Apr 2015 | Blackpool(H) | 3 - 2 | WIN | 🟨 2 | Championship |
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