A TaylorvsBrighton
Analysis based on 26 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When A Taylor officiates Brighton matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 26 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Brighton achieves a 26.9% win rate under A Taylor, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 18.1 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 -18.1%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 26 matches, Brighton has won 18 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when A Taylor is appointed.
The Bias Meter™
Match History
26 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Oct 2025 | Man United(A) | 2 - 4 | LOSS | Brighton: 🟨 2 Man United: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 5 Apr 2025 | Crystal Palace(A) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Brighton: 🟨 1🟥 1 Crystal Palace: —🟥 2 | Premier League |
| 4 Jan 2025 | Arsenal(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Brighton: 🟨 2 Arsenal: 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 25 Nov 2023 | Nott'm Forest(A) | 3 - 2 | WIN | Brighton: 🟨 4🟥 1 Nott'm Forest: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 8 Oct 2023 | Liverpool(H) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Brighton: 🟨 1 Liverpool: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 26 Aug 2023 | West Ham(H) | 1 - 3 | LOSS | Brighton: 🟨 1 West Ham: 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 31 Dec 2022 | Arsenal(H) | 2 - 4 | LOSS | Brighton: 🟨 3 Arsenal: 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 21 Aug 2022 | West Ham(A) | 2 - 0 | WIN | Brighton: — West Ham: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 4 Dec 2021 | Southampton(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Brighton: 🟨 2 Southampton: 🟨 4 | Premier League |
| 20 Nov 2021 | Aston Villa(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Brighton: 🟨 3 Aston Villa: 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 21 Aug 2021 | Watford(H) | 2 - 0 | WIN | Brighton: 🟨 4 Watford: — | Premier League |
| 20 Mar 2021 | Newcastle(H) | 3 - 0 | WIN | Brighton: — Newcastle: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 6 Feb 2021 | Burnley(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Brighton: — Burnley: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 17 Aug 2019 | West Ham(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Brighton: — West Ham: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 5 May 2019 | Arsenal(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Brighton: 🟨 2 Arsenal: 🟨 5 | Premier League |
| 26 Dec 2018 | Arsenal(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Brighton: 🟨 2 Arsenal: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 27 Oct 2018 | Wolves(H) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Brighton: 🟨 3 Wolves: — | Premier League |
| 17 Sept 2018 | Southampton(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Brighton: 🟨 3 Southampton: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 7 Apr 2018 | Huddersfield(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Brighton: 🟨 1🟥 1 Huddersfield: — | Premier League |
| 30 Dec 2017 | Newcastle(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Brighton: 🟨 2 Newcastle: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 25 Mar 2014 | Sheffield Weds(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Brighton: 🟨 1 Sheffield Weds: — | Championship |
| 29 Dec 2013 | Blackpool(A) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Brighton: — Blackpool: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Millwall(H) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Brighton: 🟨 2 Millwall: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 3 May 2008 | Swansea(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Brighton: — Swansea: — | League One |
| 11 Mar 2008 | Walsall(A) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Brighton: 🟨 3 Walsall: —🟥 1 | League One |
| 10 Mar 2007 | Blackpool(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Brighton: — Blackpool: — | League One |
When A Taylor officiates Brighton matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 26 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Brighton achieves a 26.9% win rate under A Taylor, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 18.1 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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