A TaylorvsWatford
Analysis based on 23 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When A Taylor officiates Watford matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 23 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Watford achieves a 26.1% win rate under A Taylor, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 18.9 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 -18.9%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 23 matches, Watford has won 19 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
23 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug 2021 | Brighton(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: — Brighton: 🟨 4 | Premier League |
| 7 Jul 2020 | Norwich(H) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 2 Norwich: 🟨 4 | Premier League |
| 7 Mar 2020 | Crystal Palace(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 4 Crystal Palace: 🟨 4 | Premier League |
| 2 Nov 2019 | Chelsea(H) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 4 Chelsea: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 15 Sept 2019 | Arsenal(H) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 3 Arsenal: 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 29 Sept 2018 | Arsenal(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 2 Arsenal: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 26 Aug 2018 | Crystal Palace(H) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 4 Crystal Palace: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 17 Mar 2018 | Liverpool(A) | 0 - 5 | LOSS | Watford: — Liverpool: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 24 Feb 2018 | Everton(H) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 3 Everton: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 16 Sept 2017 | Man City(H) | 0 - 6 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 2 Man City: — | Premier League |
| 12 Aug 2017 | Liverpool(H) | 3 - 3 | DRAW | Watford: — Liverpool: 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 8 Apr 2017 | Tottenham(A) | 0 - 4 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 1 Tottenham: — | Premier League |
| 10 Dec 2016 | Everton(H) | 3 - 2 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 2 Everton: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 30 Apr 2016 | Aston Villa(H) | 3 - 2 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 2 Aston Villa: 🟨 3🟥 1 | Premier League |
| 2 Apr 2016 | Arsenal(A) | 0 - 4 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 1 Arsenal: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 27 Feb 2016 | Bournemouth(H) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 3 Bournemouth: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 28 Dec 2015 | Tottenham(H) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 4🟥 1 Tottenham: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 27 Sept 2015 | Crystal Palace(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 4 Crystal Palace: 🟨 4 | Premier League |
| 12 Apr 2011 | Norwich(H) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 3 Norwich: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 13 Mar 2010 | Peterboro(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 2 Peterboro: — | Championship |
| 29 Aug 2009 | Swansea(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 1 Swansea: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 17 Feb 2009 | Swansea(H) | 2 - 0 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 2 Swansea: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 25 Aug 2007 | Leicester(A) | 1 - 4 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 5 Leicester: 🟨 6 | Championship |
When A Taylor officiates Watford matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 23 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Watford achieves a 26.1% win rate under A Taylor, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 18.9 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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