BulgariaMatches analysed: 332023–2026Denislav Stalev: referee stats
Denislav Stalev (Bulgaria) has shown 4.70 cards per game in 33 analysed matches — +2% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: average.
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Percentile among 3039 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)
Denislav Stalev by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Second League | 18 | 4.56 | 4.47 | +1% | 17% | 17% |
| First League | 15 | 4.87 | 4.76 | +1% | 13% | 27% |
Last matches refereed by Denislav Stalev
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 14 Sept | Ludogorets – Septemvri SofiaFirst League | 2:1 | 4 | — | 0 |
| Fri 21 Aug | Cherno More Varna – Dunav RuseFirst League | 3:1 | 4 | — | 0 |
| Mon 18 May | Beroe – Septemvri SofiaFirst League | 0:1 | 4 | — | 0 |
| Mon 27 Apr | Lokomotiv Sofia – Septemvri SofiaFirst League | 1:1 | 3 | 20 | 0 |
| Sat 7 Mar | Botev Vratsa – Arda KardzhaliFirst League | 1:0 | 4 | 37 | 0 |
| Fri 21 Nov | Beroe – Spartak VarnaFirst League | 0:0 | 5 | 17 | 0 |
| Mon 29 Sept | Beroe – DobrudzhaFirst League | 1:0 | 9 | — | 1 |
| Sat 23 Aug | Montana – Septemvri SofiaFirst League | 2:0 | 7 | — | 0 |
| Thu 15 May | Septemvri Sofia – Hebar 1918First League | 1:0 | 1 | — | 0 |
| Sun 11 May | Spartak Pleven – MarekSecond League | 2:0 | 0 | — | 0 |
| Fri 11 Apr | Spartak Varna – Levski KrumovgradFirst League | 1:0 | 7 | — | 0 |
| Tue 8 Apr | Dunav Ruse – MarekSecond League | 0:0 | 0 | — | 0 |
| Mon 3 Mar | Ludogorets – Septemvri SofiaFirst League | 0:0 | 4 | — | 0 |
| Sat 22 Feb | Nesebar – DobrudzhaSecond League | 1:1 | 7 | — | 0 |
| Wed 4 Dec | Beroe – Botev VratsaFirst League | 5:1 | 4 | — | 1 |
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 Denislav Stalev give per game?
On average 4.70 cards per game in 33 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.60).
Is Denislav Stalev a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Denislav Stalev officiates, the card count is +2% – profile: average. A red card appeared in 21% of these matches.
How often do matches with Denislav Stalev go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 42% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 70%. Both teams were booked in 79%.
Does Denislav Stalev give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 15% of matches refereed by Denislav Stalev.