Costa RicaMatches analysed: 332023–2026Benjamín Pineda: referee stats
Benjamín Pineda (Costa Rica) has shown 4.73 cards per game in 33 analysed matches — +11% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: strict.
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Percentile among 2790 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)
Benjamín Pineda by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Primera División | 29 | 5.00 | 4.13 | +16% | 24% | 14% |
| CONCACAF Nations League | 2 | 3.50 | 4.02 | −2% | 100% | 0% |
| Leagues Cup | 2 | 2.00 | 4.23 | −9% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Benjamín Pineda
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 Feb | Guadalupe FC – San CarlosPrimera División | 3:4 | 6 | — | 0 |
| Sun 26 Oct | CS Herediano – CS CartaginesPrimera División | 2:1 | 7 | — | 0 |
| Wed 17 Sept | Guadalupe FC – Municipal LiberiaPrimera División | 2:2 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Tue 2 Sept | San Carlos – Perez ZeledonPrimera División | 0:1 | 8 | — | 0 |
| Sun 10 Aug | LD Alajuelense – CS HeredianoPrimera División | 0:1 | 10 | — | 1 |
| Mon 28 Jul | Sporting San Jose – LD AlajuelensePrimera División | 1:2 | 2 | — | 0 |
| Wed 16 Apr | Puntarenas FC – Deportivo SaprissaPrimera División | 1:2 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Sun 16 Mar | San Carlos – Santa AnaPrimera División | 1:1 | 4 | — | 0 |
| Sat 15 Feb | Municipal Liberia – Perez ZeledonPrimera División | 2:1 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Sun 15 Dec | CS Herediano – Deportivo SaprissaPrimera División | 3:0 | 7 | — | 2 |
| Sun 10 Nov | Puntarenas FC – CS CartaginesPrimera División | 3:2 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Sun 27 Oct | LD Alajuelense – San CarlosPrimera División | 3:1 | 4 | — | 0 |
| Fri 11 Oct | Sint Maarten – Puerto RicoCONCACAF Nations League | 3:2 | 5 | 26 | 1 |
| Sat 5 Oct | Municipal Liberia – Santa AnaPrimera División | 2:3 | 6 | — | 1 |
| Tue 24 Sept | San Carlos – Santos DE GuapilesPrimera División | 2:2 | 3 | — | 2 |
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 Benjamín Pineda give per game?
On average 4.73 cards per game in 33 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.13).
Is Benjamín Pineda a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Benjamín Pineda officiates, the card count is +11% – profile: strict. A red card appeared in 12% of these matches.
How often do matches with Benjamín Pineda go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 58% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 70%. Both teams were booked in 85%.
Does Benjamín Pineda give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 27% of matches refereed by Benjamín Pineda.