USAMatches analysed: 682023–2026Chris Penso · Major League Soccer: referee stats
Chris Penso (USA) has shown 5.13 cards per game in 68 analysed matches — +15% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: strict.
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Percentile among 2955 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)
Last matches refereed by Chris Penso
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 13 Sept | Sporting Kansas City – Los Angeles FCMajor League Soccer | 3:1 | 4 | 15 | 0 |
| Sat 5 Sept | Philadelphia Union – CF MontrealMajor League Soccer | 2:0 | 8 | 23 | 1 |
| Sun 16 Aug | Chicago Fire – Portland TimbersMajor League Soccer | 2:1 | 4 | 21 | 0 |
| Sun 2 Aug | St. Louis City – Real Salt LakeMajor League Soccer | 1:1 | 6 | 22 | 0 |
| Thu 23 Jul | Colorado Rapids – San DiegoMajor League Soccer | 1:0 | 7 | 24 | 0 |
| Sun 24 May | Columbus Crew – Atlanta United FCMajor League Soccer | 2:0 | 7 | 22 | 0 |
| Sun 17 May | San Jose Earthquakes – FC DallasMajor League Soccer | 2:3 | 6 | 26 | 1 |
| Sun 10 May | Minnesota United FC – AustinMajor League Soccer | 2:2 | 7 | 26 | 2 |
| Sat 25 Apr | DC United – Orlando City SCMajor League Soccer | 3:2 | 8 | 25 | 0 |
| Sun 19 Apr | Seattle Sounders – St. Louis CityMajor League Soccer | 4:1 | 0 | 21 | 1 |
| Sun 22 Mar | Vancouver Whitecaps – San Jose EarthquakesMajor League Soccer | 0:1 | 4 | 23 | 0 |
| Sat 14 Mar | Toronto FC – New York Red BullsMajor League Soccer | 1:1 | 3 | 23 | 0 |
| Sun 1 Mar | Philadelphia Union – New York City FCMajor League Soccer | 1:2 | 6 | 26 | 1 |
| Sat 8 Nov | FC Cincinnati – Columbus CrewMajor League Soccer | 2:1 | 4 | 17 | 0 |
| Mon 27 Oct | San Diego – Portland TimbersMajor League Soccer | 2:1 | 6 | 25 | 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 Chris Penso give per game?
On average 5.13 cards per game in 68 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.40).
Is Chris Penso a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Chris Penso officiates, the card count is +15% – profile: strict. A red card appeared in 18% of these matches.
How often do matches with Chris Penso go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 60% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 79%. Both teams were booked in 90%.
Does Chris Penso give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 24% of matches refereed by Chris Penso.