G WardvsBlackpool
Analysis based on 12 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When G Ward officiates Blackpool matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 12 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Blackpool achieves a 16.7% win rate under G Ward, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 28.3 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.
🚨 STRONG BIAS DETECTED
This referee has a significantly negative history with this team. Win rate is severely below average.
Notable Negative Pattern
With a bias score of -28.3%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 12 matches, Blackpool has won 28 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when G Ward is appointed.
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Match History
12 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Jan 2024 | Bristol Rvs(A) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Blackpool: 🟨 3 Bristol Rvs: 🟨 5 | League One |
| 14 Jan 2023 | Watford(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Blackpool: 🟨 3 Watford: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 1 Nov 2022 | West Brom(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Blackpool: 🟨 2 West Brom: 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 23 Feb 2022 | QPR(A) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Blackpool: 🟨 2 QPR: 🟨 3🟥 1 | Championship |
| 28 Aug 2021 | Millwall(A) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Blackpool: 🟨 3🟥 1 Millwall: 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 24 Feb 2018 | Portsmouth(A) | 2 - 0 | WIN | Blackpool: 🟨 1 Portsmouth: 🟨 1 | League One |
| 23 Sept 2017 | Bristol Rvs(A) | 1 - 3 | LOSS | Blackpool: — Bristol Rvs: 🟨 5 | League One |
| 29 Oct 2016 | Cheltenham(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Blackpool: 🟨 3 Cheltenham: 🟨 5 | League Two |
| 25 Oct 2014 | Reading(A) | 0 - 3 | LOSS | Blackpool: 🟨 2 Reading: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 8 Mar 2014 | Bournemouth(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Blackpool: 🟨 3 Bournemouth: — | Championship |
| 14 Jan 2012 | Ipswich(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Blackpool: 🟨 1 Ipswich: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 9 Jan 2010 | Cardiff(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Blackpool: 🟨 1 Cardiff: 🟨 3 | Championship |
When G Ward officiates Blackpool matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 12 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Blackpool achieves a 16.7% win rate under G Ward, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 28.3 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.
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