L DoughtyvsWatford
Analysis based on 8 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When L Doughty officiates Watford matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 8 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Watford achieves a 25% win rate under L Doughty, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 20.0 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 -20.0%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 8 matches, Watford has won 20 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when L Doughty is appointed.
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Match History
8 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct 2025 | West Brom(H) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Watford: — West Brom: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 11 Dec 2024 | Hull(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 3 Hull: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 20 Sept 2023 | West Brom(H) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 2 West Brom: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 14 Feb 2023 | Burnley(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 3 Burnley: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 17 Dec 2022 | Huddersfield(A) | 2 - 0 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 2 Huddersfield: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 5 Nov 2022 | Coventry(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 4 Coventry: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 3 Sept 2022 | Rotherham(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 2 Rotherham: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 19 Dec 2020 | Huddersfield(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 1 Huddersfield: 🟨 2 | Championship |
When L Doughty officiates Watford matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 8 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Watford achieves a 25% win rate under L Doughty, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 20.0 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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