A PennvsPreston
Analysis based on 7 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When A Penn officiates Preston matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 7 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Preston achieves a 28.6% win rate under A Penn, 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 7 matches, Preston has won 16 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when A Penn is appointed.
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Match History
7 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Feb 2010 | Newcastle(A) | 0 - 3 | LOSS | Preston: — Newcastle: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 29 Sept 2009 | Reading(H) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Preston: — Reading: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 10 Mar 2009 | Sheffield Weds(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Preston: — Sheffield Weds: — | Championship |
| 21 Oct 2008 | Plymouth(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Preston: 🟨 1 Plymouth: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 19 Apr 2008 | Plymouth(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Preston: 🟨 3 Plymouth: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 9 Apr 2005 | Rotherham(A) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Preston: 🟨 1 Rotherham: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 4 Nov 2003 | Watford(H) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Preston: 🟨 1 Watford: 🟨 1 | Championship |
When A Penn officiates Preston matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 7 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Preston achieves a 28.6% win rate under A Penn, 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.
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