J LiningtonvsBlackburn
Analysis based on 18 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When J Linington officiates Blackburn matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 18 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Blackburn achieves a 11.1% win rate under J Linington, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 33.9 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.
🚨 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 -33.9%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 18 matches, Blackburn has won 34 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when J Linington is appointed.
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Match History
18 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Feb 2025 | QPR(A) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Blackburn: — QPR: — | Championship |
| 5 Oct 2024 | Plymouth(A) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Blackburn: 🟨 3 Plymouth: 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 20 Jan 2024 | Huddersfield(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Blackburn: 🟨 1 Huddersfield: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 12 Dec 2023 | Bristol City(H) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Blackburn: 🟨 4 Bristol City: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 1 Oct 2023 | Leicester(H) | 1 - 4 | LOSS | Blackburn: 🟨 2 Leicester: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 5 Nov 2022 | Huddersfield(H) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Blackburn: — Huddersfield: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 19 Mar 2022 | Reading(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Blackburn: 🟨 2 Reading: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 29 Jan 2022 | Luton(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Blackburn: 🟨 2 Luton: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 24 Feb 2021 | Watford(H) | 2 - 3 | LOSS | Blackburn: 🟨 1 Watford: — | Championship |
| 11 Jan 2020 | Preston(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Blackburn: 🟨 2 Preston: — | Championship |
| 16 Mar 2019 | Sheffield Weds(A) | 2 - 4 | LOSS | Blackburn: — Sheffield Weds: 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 9 Feb 2019 | Bristol City(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Blackburn: 🟨 1 Bristol City: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 24 Feb 2017 | Burton(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Blackburn: — Burton: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 14 Jan 2017 | Ipswich(A) | 2 - 3 | LOSS | Blackburn: — Ipswich: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 1 Oct 2016 | Birmingham(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Blackburn: 🟨 6 Birmingham: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 17 Oct 2015 | Milton Keynes Dons(A) | 0 - 3 | LOSS | Blackburn: 🟨 2🟥 1 Milton Keynes Dons: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 14 Apr 2015 | Birmingham(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Blackburn: 🟨 1 Birmingham: — | Championship |
| 29 Mar 2014 | Millwall(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Blackburn: 🟨 1🟥 1 Millwall: 🟨 1 | Championship |
When J Linington officiates Blackburn matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 18 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Blackburn achieves a 11.1% win rate under J Linington, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 33.9 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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