M ClattenburgvsWatford
Analysis based on 8 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When M Clattenburg officiates Watford matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 8 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Watford achieves a 12.5% win rate under M Clattenburg, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 32.5 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 -32.5%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 8 matches, Watford has won 33 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when M Clattenburg is appointed.
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Match History
8 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Dec 2016 | Crystal Palace(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 2 Crystal Palace: 🟨 4 | Premier League |
| 20 Dec 2015 | Liverpool(H) | 3 - 0 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 1 Liverpool: — | Premier League |
| 29 Aug 2015 | Man City(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 2 Man City: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 13 Jan 2007 | Liverpool(H) | 0 - 3 | LOSS | Watford: — Liverpool: — | Premier League |
| 4 Dec 2006 | Man City(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 3 Man City: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 9 Sept 2006 | Bolton(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 1 Bolton: 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 17 Sept 2005 | Sheffield United(H) | 2 - 3 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 2🟥 1 Sheffield United: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 9 Nov 2002 | Rotherham(A) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 2 Rotherham: — | Championship |
When M Clattenburg officiates Watford matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 8 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Watford achieves a 12.5% win rate under M Clattenburg, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 32.5 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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