S MartinvsReading
Analysis based on 24 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When S Martin officiates Reading matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 24 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Reading achieves a 25% win rate under S Martin, 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 24 matches, Reading has won 20 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when S Martin is appointed.
The Bias Meter™
Match History
24 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Apr 2023 | Bristol City(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Reading: 🟨 2 Bristol City: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 4 Feb 2023 | Watford(H) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Reading: 🟨 3 Watford: 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 13 Aug 2022 | Rotherham(A) | 0 - 4 | LOSS | Reading: 🟨 2 Rotherham: — | Championship |
| 4 Dec 2021 | Hull(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Reading: 🟨 2 Hull: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 18 Sept 2021 | Fulham(A) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Reading: 🟨 3 Fulham: 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 13 Mar 2021 | Nott'm Forest(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Reading: — Nott'm Forest: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 22 Jul 2020 | Swansea(H) | 1 - 4 | LOSS | Reading: 🟨 1🟥 1 Swansea: — | Championship |
| 7 Jul 2020 | Huddersfield(H) | 0 - 0 | DRAW | Reading: 🟨 1 Huddersfield: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 5 Oct 2019 | Bristol City(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Reading: 🟨 2 Bristol City: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 13 Apr 2019 | Brentford(H) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Reading: 🟨 4 Brentford: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 13 Feb 2019 | Blackburn(H) | 2 - 1 | WIN | Reading: 🟨 1 Blackburn: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 22 Dec 2018 | Middlesbrough(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Reading: 🟨 2 Middlesbrough: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 11 Aug 2018 | Nott'm Forest(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Reading: 🟨 1 Nott'm Forest: — | Championship |
| 14 Apr 2018 | Sunderland(H) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Reading: 🟨 1 Sunderland: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 20 Feb 2018 | Nott'm Forest(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Reading: 🟨 3 Nott'm Forest: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 11 Dec 2017 | Cardiff(H) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Reading: 🟨 2 Cardiff: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 23 Sept 2017 | Hull(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Reading: — Hull: — | Championship |
| 26 Aug 2017 | Birmingham(A) | 2 - 0 | WIN | Reading: — Birmingham: — | Championship |
| 24 Jan 2017 | Fulham(H) | 1 - 0 | WIN | Reading: 🟨 2 Fulham: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 15 Oct 2016 | QPR(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Reading: 🟨 1 QPR: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 15 Mar 2016 | Brighton(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Reading: 🟨 1 Brighton: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 23 Jan 2016 | Sheffield Weds(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Reading: — Sheffield Weds: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 19 Sept 2015 | Bristol City(A) | 2 - 0 | WIN | Reading: 🟨 1 Bristol City: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 25 Mar 2014 | Barnsley(H) | 1 - 3 | LOSS | Reading: — Barnsley: 🟨 2 | Championship |
When S Martin officiates Reading matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 24 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Reading achieves a 25% win rate under S Martin, 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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