P DowdvsWatford
Analysis based on 9 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When P Dowd officiates Watford matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 9 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Watford achieves a 22.2% win rate under P Dowd, 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, Watford has won 23 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when P Dowd is appointed.
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Match History
9 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Apr 2012 | Hull(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 1🟥 1 Hull: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 23 Dec 2006 | Liverpool(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: — Liverpool: — | Premier League |
| 26 Aug 2006 | Man United(H) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 1 Man United: 🟨 1 | Premier League |
| 31 Dec 2005 | Crystal Palace(H) | 1 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 1 Crystal Palace: 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 19 Oct 2004 | Sunderland(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 1 Sunderland: — | Championship |
| 16 Aug 2003 | Crystal Palace(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 2 Crystal Palace: 🟨 1🟥 1 | Championship |
| 5 Apr 2003 | Burnley(A) | 7 - 4 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 1 Burnley: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 18 Nov 2001 | Gillingham(A) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 2 Gillingham: —🟥 1 | Championship |
| 24 Oct 2000 | Bolton(H) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 2 Bolton: 🟨 2 | Championship |
When P Dowd officiates Watford matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 9 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Watford achieves a 22.2% win rate under P Dowd, 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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