IrelandMatches analysed: 532023–2026Alan Patchell: referee stats
Alan Patchell (Ireland) has shown 4.77 cards per game in 53 analysed matches — +0% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: average.
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Percentile among 2787 referees with at least 15 matches; 50 = typical referee. Each axis compares the referee with the average of the leagues where this referee officiates.
Cards per match (last 20 matches)
Alan Patchell by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 First Division | 40 | 4.93 | 4.74 | +3% | 38% | 23% |
| Premier Division | 13 | 4.31 | 4.79 | −6% | 23% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Alan Patchell
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 26 Jun | Derry City – Drogheda UnitedPremier Division | 2:0 | 4 | 25 | 0 |
| Fri 29 May | Sligo Rovers – BohemiansPremier Division | 1:3 | 3 | 19 | 0 |
| Mon 4 May | Derry City – Galway UnitedPremier Division | 1:1 | 3 | 22 | 0 |
| Fri 3 Apr | Waterford – Shamrock RoversPremier Division | 1:1 | 4 | 18 | 1 |
| Fri 20 Mar | Derry City – Drogheda UnitedPremier Division | 2:2 | 5 | 23 | 0 |
| Fri 6 Mar | Galway United – DundalkPremier Division | 2:2 | 4 | 27 | 0 |
| Sat 14 Feb | Sligo Rovers – BohemiansPremier Division | 0:4 | 2 | 21 | 1 |
| Fri 12 Sept | Cobh Ramblers – Treaty UnitedFirst Division | 3:0 | 6 | — | 1 |
| Fri 5 Sept | Bray Wanderers – Athlone TownFirst Division | 3:1 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Sun 17 Aug | Shamrock Rovers – Longford TownFAI Cup | 2:1 | 2 | — | 2 |
| Fri 1 Aug | Kerry – Athlone TownFirst Division | 4:0 | 4 | — | 0 |
| Sun 20 Jul | St Patrick's Athl. – UCCFAI Cup | 8:0 | 0 | — | 0 |
| Fri 11 Jul | Wexford – Athlone TownFirst Division | 0:0 | 3 | — | 0 |
| Fri 27 Jun | Treaty United – Finn HarpsFirst Division | 0:1 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Mon 23 Jun | Cork City – Drogheda UnitedPremier Division | 1:1 | 4 | 22 | 0 |
How the numbers are calculated
Cards = yellow and red cards shown to players during 90 minutes (a second yellow counts as a yellow plus a red, as most bookmakers settle). Cards for coaches and substitutes on the bench and cards in extra time are excluded. Penalties = penalties awarded during the match (shoot-outs excluded). “vs league” compares the referee with the average of the exact league seasons this referee worked, so a referee from a card-heavy league is not called strict just because of the league.
Data: official match events and statistics (API-Sports), updated daily.
Frequently asked questions
How many cards does Alan Patchell give per game?
On average 4.77 cards per game in 53 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.75).
Is Alan Patchell a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Alan Patchell officiates, the card count is +0% – profile: average. A red card appeared in 17% of these matches.
How often do matches with Alan Patchell go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 47% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 64%. Both teams were booked in 89%.
Does Alan Patchell give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 34% of matches refereed by Alan Patchell.