ArgentinaMatches analysed: 1332023–2026Andres Merlos: referee stats
Andres Merlos (Argentina) has shown 4.51 cards per game in 133 analysed matches — −12% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: lenient.
Lenient · −12%Upcoming matches with Andres Merlos
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Percentile among 3029 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)
Andres Merlos by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Liga Profesional Argentina | 98 | 4.68 | 5.25 | −10% | 15% | 26% |
| Copa de la Liga Profesional | 27 | 3.89 | 5.02 | −17% | 7% | 19% |
| CONMEBOL Sudamericana | 3 | 4.67 | 4.90 | −1% | 0% | 33% |
| CONMEBOL Libertadores | 2 | 3.00 | 5.41 | −9% | 0% | 0% |
| Primera Nacional | 2 | 6.50 | 4.81 | +6% | 50% | 50% |
| Super Copa | 1 | 3.00 | 3.00 | +0% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Andres Merlos
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 31 Oct | Sarmiento Junin – Rosario CentralLiga Profesional Argentina | 1:2 | 0 | — | — |
| Mon 26 Oct | Barracas Central – Estudiantes de Rio CuartoLiga Profesional Argentina | 2:1 | 0 | — | — |
| Fri 16 Oct | Defensa Y Justicia – Instituto CordobaLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:1 | 2 | 22 | 0 |
| Mon 5 Oct | Deportivo Riestra – Central Cordoba de SantiagoLiga Profesional Argentina | 1:1 | 4 | 21 | 0 |
| Sun 20 Sept | Belgrano Cordoba – Estudiantes de Rio CuartoLiga Profesional Argentina | 2:1 | 4 | — | 0 |
| Sun 13 Sept | Tigre – Rosario CentralLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:1 | 8 | 21 | 1 |
| Sun 6 Sept | Lanus – Defensa Y JusticiaLiga Profesional Argentina | 1:0 | 4 | 25 | 0 |
| Sat 22 Aug | Atletico Tucuman – Instituto CordobaLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:0 | 5 | 11 | 0 |
| Fri 14 Aug | Racing Club – BanfieldLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:1 | 4 | 20 | 0 |
| Sat 8 Aug | Deportivo Riestra – Estudiantes L.P.Liga Profesional Argentina | 2:0 | 7 | 29 | 1 |
| Sun 2 Aug | Newells Old Boys – Boca JuniorsLiga Profesional Argentina | 2:2 | 5 | 23 | 0 |
| Fri 31 Jul | Central Cordoba de Santiago – Atletico TucumanLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:2 | 2 | 23 | 0 |
| Fri 24 Jul | Velez Sarsfield – Instituto CordobaLiga Profesional Argentina | 1:0 | 4 | 16 | 0 |
| Tue 12 May | Belgrano Cordoba – Union Santa FeLiga Profesional Argentina | 2:0 | 4 | 12 | 0 |
| Tue 5 May | Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto – Instituto CordobaLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:2 | 3 | 21 | 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 Andres Merlos give per game?
On average 4.51 cards per game in 133 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 5.18).
Is Andres Merlos a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Andres Merlos officiates, the card count is −12% – profile: lenient. A red card appeared in 24% of these matches.
How often do matches with Andres Merlos go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 46% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 65%. Both teams were booked in 80%.
Does Andres Merlos give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 14% of matches refereed by Andres Merlos.