J SmithvsCoventry
Analysis based on 9 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When J Smith officiates Coventry matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 9 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Coventry achieves a 22.2% win rate under J Smith, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 22.8 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 -22.8%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 9 matches, Coventry has won 23 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when J Smith is appointed.
The Bias Meter™
Match History
9 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2026 | Charlton(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Coventry: 🟨 2 Charlton: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 15 Feb 2025 | Sheffield Weds(A) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Coventry: 🟨 1 Sheffield Weds: — | Championship |
| 19 Oct 2024 | Preston(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Coventry: — Preston: 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 4 May 2024 | QPR(H) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Coventry: 🟨 2 QPR: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 11 Mar 2023 | Hull(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Coventry: — Hull: — | Championship |
| 21 Jan 2023 | Norwich(H) | 2 - 4 | LOSS | Coventry: — Norwich: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 19 Feb 2022 | Barnsley(H) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Coventry: — Barnsley: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 11 Dec 2021 | Huddersfield(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Coventry: 🟨 1 Huddersfield: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 26 Sept 2020 | Barnsley(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Coventry: 🟨 2 Barnsley: 🟨 3 | Championship |
When J Smith officiates Coventry matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 9 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Coventry achieves a 22.2% win rate under J Smith, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 22.8 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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