Costa RicaMatches analysed: 592023–2026Brayan Cruz: referee stats
Brayan Cruz (Costa Rica) has shown 4.88 cards per game in 59 analysed matches — +12% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: strict.
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Percentile among 2957 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)
Brayan Cruz by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Primera División | 58 | 4.93 | 4.28 | +13% | 17% | 29% |
| CONCACAF Central American Cup | 1 | 2.00 | 4.21 | −5% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Brayan Cruz
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 12 Sept | Perez Zeledon – San CarlosPrimera División | 0:2 | 9 | — | 1 |
| Mon 10 Aug | CS Herediano – LD AlajuelensePrimera División | 0:3 | 3 | — | 0 |
| Fri 7 Aug | CD Motagua – FASCONCACAF Central American Cup | 1:0 | 2 | — | 0 |
| Tue 4 Aug | Perez Zeledon – CS CartaginesPrimera División | 1:0 | 7 | — | 0 |
| Sun 5 Apr | Deportivo Saprissa – Perez ZeledonPrimera División | 4:0 | 8 | — | 0 |
| Sun 15 Mar | CS Herediano – Municipal LiberiaPrimera División | 1:2 | 6 | — | 0 |
| Tue 10 Mar | Sporting San Jose – Perez ZeledonPrimera División | 3:2 | 5 | — | 1 |
| Thu 29 Jan | Perez Zeledon – Deportivo SaprissaPrimera División | 3:3 | 6 | — | 1 |
| Sun 25 Jan | Municipal Liberia – CS HeredianoPrimera División | 1:0 | 2 | — | 0 |
| Sun 18 Jan | Perez Zeledon – LD AlajuelensePrimera División | 1:1 | 7 | — | 0 |
| Sun 14 Dec | LD Alajuelense – Municipal LiberiaPrimera División | 3:0 | 3 | — | 1 |
| Sat 6 Dec | Puntarenas FC – Guadalupe FCPrimera División | 4:0 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Fri 21 Nov | LD Alajuelense – CS CartaginesPrimera División | 0:0 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Sat 1 Nov | Sporting San Jose – CS HeredianoPrimera División | 0:1 | 7 | — | 0 |
| Mon 22 Sept | Municipal Liberia – San CarlosPrimera División | 1:0 | 4 | — | 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 Brayan Cruz give per game?
On average 4.88 cards per game in 59 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.27).
Is Brayan Cruz a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Brayan Cruz officiates, the card count is +12% – profile: strict. A red card appeared in 29% of these matches.
How often do matches with Brayan Cruz go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 49% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 68%. Both teams were booked in 88%.
Does Brayan Cruz give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 17% of matches refereed by Brayan Cruz.