M OlivervsWatford
Analysis based on 21 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When M Oliver officiates Watford matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 21 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Watford achieves a 23.8% win rate under M Oliver, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 21.2 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 -21.2%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 21 matches, Watford has won 21 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when M Oliver is appointed.
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Match History
21 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Dec 2021 | Brentford(A) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: — Brentford: 🟨 4 | Premier League |
| 21 Jul 2020 | Man City(H) | 0 - 4 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 2 Man City: — | Premier League |
| 28 Jun 2020 | Southampton(H) | 1 - 3 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 3 Southampton: — | Premier League |
| 29 Feb 2020 | Liverpool(H) | 3 - 0 | WIN | Watford: — Liverpool: — | Premier League |
| 18 Jan 2020 | Tottenham(H) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 2 Tottenham: 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 30 Nov 2019 | Southampton(A) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: — Southampton: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 19 Jan 2019 | Burnley(H) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 1 Burnley: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 30 Apr 2018 | Tottenham(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: — Tottenham: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 16 Dec 2017 | Huddersfield(H) | 1 - 4 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 2🟥 1 Huddersfield: 🟨 1🟥 1 | Premier League |
| 28 Oct 2017 | Stoke(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 4 Stoke: 🟨 4 | Premier League |
| 30 Sept 2017 | West Brom(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Watford: — West Brom: 🟨 3 | Premier League |
| 4 Feb 2017 | Burnley(H) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 5 Burnley: —🟥 1 | Premier League |
| 1 Jan 2017 | Tottenham(H) | 1 - 4 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 3 Tottenham: — | Premier League |
| 6 Nov 2016 | Liverpool(A) | 1 - 6 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 2 Liverpool: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 18 Sept 2016 | Man United(H) | 3 - 1 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 3 Man United: 🟨 4 | Premier League |
| 16 Apr 2016 | West Brom(A) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 3 West Brom: — | Premier League |
| 18 Jan 2016 | Swansea(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 2 Swansea: 🟨 2 | Premier League |
| 3 Oct 2015 | Bournemouth(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 1 Bournemouth: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 15 Aug 2009 | Sheffield United(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 2 Sheffield United: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 28 Oct 2008 | Preston(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: — Preston: — | Championship |
| 22 Dec 2007 | Sheffield Weds(A) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Watford: — Sheffield Weds: 🟨 3 | Championship |
When M Oliver officiates Watford matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 21 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Watford achieves a 23.8% win rate under M Oliver, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 21.2 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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