A TaylorvsSunderland
Analysis based on 20 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When A Taylor officiates Sunderland matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 20 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Sunderland achieves a 30% win rate under A Taylor, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 15.0 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 -15.0%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 20 matches, Sunderland has won 15 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when A Taylor is appointed.
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Match History
20 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug 2025 | Brentford(H) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Sunderland: 🟨 3 Brentford: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 2 Jan 2017 | Liverpool(H) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Sunderland: 🟨 2 Liverpool: 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 26 Nov 2016 | Liverpool(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Sunderland: 🟨 3 Liverpool: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 24 Sept 2016 | Crystal Palace(H) | 2 - 3 | LOSS | Sunderland: — Crystal Palace: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 11 May 2016 | Everton(H) | 3 - 0 | WIN | Sunderland: 🟨 1 Everton: — | Premier League |
| 10 Apr 2016 | Leicester(H) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Sunderland: 🟨 1 Leicester: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 1 Mar 2016 | Crystal Palace(H) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Sunderland: 🟨 1 Crystal Palace: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 26 Dec 2015 | Man City(A) | 1 - 4 | LOSS | Sunderland: 🟨 1 Man City: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 20 May 2015 | Arsenal(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Sunderland: — Arsenal: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 11 Apr 2015 | Crystal Palace(H) | 1 - 4 | LOSS | Sunderland: 🟨 2 Crystal Palace: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 21 Dec 2014 | Newcastle(A) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Sunderland: 🟨 4 Newcastle: 🟨 4 | Premier League |
| 20 Sept 2014 | Burnley(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Sunderland: 🟨 2 Burnley: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 9 Feb 2013 | Arsenal(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Sunderland: 🟨 3 Arsenal: 🟨 2🟥 1 | Premier League |
| 19 Jan 2013 | Wigan(A) | 3 - 2 | WIN | Sunderland: 🟨 2 Wigan: 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 21 Apr 2012 | Aston Villa(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Sunderland: 🟨 2🟥 1 Aston Villa: — | Premier League |
| 10 Mar 2012 | Liverpool(H) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Sunderland: 🟨 1 Liverpool: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 19 Nov 2011 | Fulham(H) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Sunderland: 🟨 1 Fulham: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 22 May 2011 | West Ham(A) | 3 - 0 | WIN | Sunderland: 🟨 2 West Ham: — | Premier League |
| 5 Mar 2011 | Arsenal(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Sunderland: 🟨 3 Arsenal: 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 14 Aug 2010 | Birmingham(H) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Sunderland: 🟨 3🟥 1 Birmingham: 🟨 3 | Premier League |
When A Taylor officiates Sunderland matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 20 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Sunderland achieves a 30% win rate under A Taylor, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 15.0 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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