J SimpsonvsRotherham
Analysis based on 22 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When J Simpson officiates Rotherham matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 22 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Rotherham achieves a 22.7% win rate under J Simpson, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 22.3 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 -22.3%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 22 matches, Rotherham has won 22 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when J Simpson is appointed.
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Match History
22 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Mar 2025 | Wrexham(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Rotherham: 🟨 1 Wrexham: — | League One |
| 16 Sept 2023 | Huddersfield(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Rotherham: 🟨 1 Huddersfield: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 10 Apr 2023 | Norwich(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Rotherham: 🟨 1 Norwich: — | Championship |
| 29 Dec 2022 | Huddersfield(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Rotherham: 🟨 2 Huddersfield: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 15 Oct 2022 | Huddersfield(H) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Rotherham: 🟨 3 Huddersfield: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 18 Feb 2022 | Wigan(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Rotherham: 🟨 2 Wigan: 🟨 4 | League One |
| 16 Mar 2021 | Watford(H) | 1 - 4 | LOSS | Rotherham: — Watford: — | Championship |
| 3 Feb 2021 | Derby(H) | 3 - 0 | WIN | Rotherham: 🟨 2 Derby: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 23 Feb 2019 | Reading(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Rotherham: 🟨 3 Reading: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 26 Dec 2018 | Bolton(A) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Rotherham: 🟨 1 Bolton: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 27 Oct 2018 | Preston(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Rotherham: 🟨 1 Preston: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 21 Aug 2018 | Hull(H) | 2 - 3 | LOSS | Rotherham: 🟨 1 Hull: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 16 Sept 2017 | Bradford(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Rotherham: 🟨 2🟥 1 Bradford: 🟨 4 | League One |
| 22 Apr 2017 | Ipswich(H) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Rotherham: 🟨 2 Ipswich: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 11 Mar 2017 | Wolves(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Rotherham: 🟨 1 Wolves: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 18 Feb 2017 | Cardiff(A) | 0 - 5 | LOSS | Rotherham: 🟨 2 Cardiff: — | Championship |
| 21 Jan 2017 | Newcastle(A) | 0 - 4 | LOSS | Rotherham: 🟨 1 Newcastle: — | Championship |
| 10 Dec 2016 | QPR(H) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Rotherham: 🟨 3 QPR: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 23 Apr 2016 | Wolves(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Rotherham: 🟨 2 Wolves: — | Championship |
| 23 Jan 2016 | Cardiff(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Rotherham: — Cardiff: 🟨 1🟥 1 | Championship |
| 20 Oct 2015 | Reading(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Rotherham: 🟨 2 Reading: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 18 Jan 2014 | Shrewsbury(A) | 3 - 0 | WIN | Rotherham: 🟨 3 Shrewsbury: 🟨 3 | League One |
When J Simpson officiates Rotherham matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 22 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Rotherham achieves a 22.7% win rate under J Simpson, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 22.3 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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