S MartinvsWatford
Analysis based on 10 matches since 2000
* Note: Detailed card statistics for matches before 2005 may be incomplete.
When S Martin officiates Watford matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 10 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Watford achieves a 20% win rate under S Martin, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 25.0 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 -25.0%, this ranks among the more significant negative patterns in our database. Over 10 matches, Watford has won 25 percentage points fewer games than expected. For bettors and fantasy managers, this historical trend suggests extra caution when S Martin is appointed.
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Match History
10 matches under this referee
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result | Cards | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug 2025 | Swansea(A) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 5 Swansea: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 9 Aug 2025 | Charlton(A) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 2 Charlton: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 3 May 2025 | Sheffield Weds(H) | 1 - 1 | DRAW | Watford: — Sheffield Weds: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 1 Jan 2025 | QPR(A) | 1 - 3 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 4 QPR: 🟨 4 | Championship |
| 19 Oct 2024 | Luton(A) | 0 - 3 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 2 Luton: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 11 Nov 2023 | Rotherham(H) | 5 - 0 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 2 Rotherham: 🟨 1 | Championship |
| 4 Feb 2023 | Reading(A) | 2 - 2 | DRAW | Watford: 🟨 4 Reading: 🟨 3 | Championship |
| 13 Sept 2022 | Blackburn(A) | 0 - 2 | LOSS | Watford: — Blackburn: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 5 Dec 2020 | Cardiff(H) | 0 - 1 | LOSS | Watford: 🟨 1 Cardiff: 🟨 2 | Championship |
| 26 Dec 2013 | Millwall(H) | 4 - 0 | WIN | Watford: 🟨 2 Millwall: 🟨 2🟥 1 | Championship |
When S Martin officiates Watford matches, the statistics reveal a severe negative pattern. Based on 10 matches spanning multiple seasons, our comprehensive analysis shows Watford achieves a 20% win rate under S Martin, compared to the 45% baseline expected for teams at this level. This negative 25.0 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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