J LiningtonvsSheffield United
Analysis based on 15 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When J Linington officiates Sheffield United matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 15 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Sheffield United achieves a 26.7% win rate under J Linington, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 18.3 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.
⚠️ POTENTIAL BIAS DETECTED
This team performs notably worse under this referee compared to their overall average.
Notable Negative Pattern
With a bias score of -18.3%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 15 matches, Sheffield United has won 18 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
15 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Nov 2025 | Coventry(A) | 1 - 3 | LOSS | Sheffield United: 🟨 2 Coventry: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 5 Apr 2025 | Oxford(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Sheffield United: 🟨 3 Oxford: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 4 Oct 2022 | QPR(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Sheffield United: 🟨 2 QPR: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 17 Aug 2022 | Sunderland(H) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Sheffield United: 🟨 1 Sunderland: 🟨 4🟥 1 | Championship |
| 12 Feb 2022 | Huddersfield(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Sheffield United: 🟨 4 Huddersfield: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 20 Dec 2021 | Fulham(A) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Sheffield United: 🟨 3 Fulham: — | Championship |
| 28 Sept 2021 | Middlesbrough(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Sheffield United: 🟨 2 Middlesbrough: 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 30 Mar 2019 | Bristol City(H) | 2 - 3 | LOSS | Sheffield United: 🟨 1 Bristol City: 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 26 Jan 2019 | Norwich(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Sheffield United: 🟨 2 Norwich: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 8 Dec 2018 | Reading(A) | 2 - 0 | WIN | Sheffield United: 🟨 1 Reading: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 1 Sept 2018 | Aston Villa(H) | 4 - 1 | WIN | Sheffield United: 🟨 1 Aston Villa: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 28 Apr 2018 | Preston(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Sheffield United: 🟨 4 Preston: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 21 Nov 2017 | Fulham(H) | 4 - 5 | LOSS | Sheffield United: 🟨 3 Fulham: 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 5 May 2012 | Exeter(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Sheffield United: 🟨 3🟥 1 Exeter: 🟨 4 | League One |
| 24 Sept 2011 | Wycombe(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Sheffield United: 🟨 1 Wycombe: 🟨 3 | League One |
When J Linington officiates Sheffield United matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 15 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Sheffield United achieves a 26.7% win rate under J Linington, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 18.3 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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