J SimpsonvsWigan
Analysis based on 15 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When J Simpson officiates Wigan matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 15 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Wigan achieves a 26.7% win rate under J Simpson, 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, Wigan has won 18 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
15 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Feb 2024 | Oxford(A) | 2 - 4 | LOSS | Wigan: 🟨 4 Oxford: 🟨 3 | League One |
| 14 Jan 2023 | Cardiff(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Wigan: 🟨 2 Cardiff: 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 13 Sept 2022 | Huddersfield(A) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Wigan: 🟨 2 Huddersfield: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 18 Feb 2022 | Rotherham(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Wigan: 🟨 4 Rotherham: 🟨 2 | League One |
| 30 Jun 2020 | Stoke(H) | 3 - 0 | WIN | Wigan: 🟨 1 Stoke: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 22 Feb 2020 | Millwall(H) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Wigan: 🟨 1 Millwall: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 30 Nov 2019 | Reading(H) | 1 - 3 | LOSS | Wigan: 🟨 2 Reading: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 10 Aug 2019 | Preston(A) | 0 - 3 | LOSS | Wigan: 🟨 2 Preston: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 20 Oct 2018 | West Brom(H) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Wigan: 🟨 3 West Brom: 🟨 4🟥 1 | Championship |
| 11 Aug 2018 | Aston Villa(A) | 2 - 3 | LOSS | Wigan: 🟨 4 Aston Villa: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 13 Feb 2018 | Blackpool(H) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Wigan: 🟨 3 Blackpool: 🟨 3 | League One |
| 4 Mar 2017 | Blackburn(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Wigan: 🟨 1 Blackburn: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 2 Jan 2017 | Huddersfield(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Wigan: 🟨 1 Huddersfield: 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 19 Nov 2016 | Barnsley(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Wigan: 🟨 2 Barnsley: — | Championship |
| 16 Aug 2016 | Birmingham(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Wigan: 🟨 3 Birmingham: 🟨 3 | Championship |
When J Simpson officiates Wigan matches, the statistics reveal a notable negative pattern. Based on 15 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Wigan achieves a 26.7% win rate under J Simpson, 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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