PortugalMatches analysed: 442023–2026Fábio Melo: referee stats
Fábio Melo (Portugal) has shown 5.46 cards per game in 44 analysed matches — +1% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: average.
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Percentile among 2954 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)
Fábio Melo by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Segunda Liga | 30 | 5.67 | 5.49 | +2% | 33% | 17% |
| Primeira Liga | 12 | 5.25 | 5.31 | −1% | 25% | 25% |
| Taça de Portugal | 1 | 0.00 | 3.52 | −8% | 100% | 0% |
| Taça da Liga | 1 | 7.00 | 5.11 | +4% | 100% | 100% |
Last matches refereed by Fábio Melo
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 14 Sept | Moreirense – MaritimoPrimeira Liga | 3:1 | 4 | 30 | 1 |
| Sat 8 Aug | Chaves – AcademicaSegunda Liga | 1:4 | 2 | — | 0 |
| Sat 2 May | Oliveirense – Lusitânia LourosaSegunda Liga | 0:0 | 3 | — | 0 |
| Sun 22 Mar | Leixoes – Pacos FerreiraSegunda Liga | 3:2 | 4 | 29 | 0 |
| Sat 28 Feb | União de Leiria – PortimonenseSegunda Liga | 1:0 | 3 | 28 | 0 |
| Tue 10 Feb | Pacos Ferreira – Sporting CP BSegunda Liga | 0:3 | 9 | — | 1 |
| Thu 8 Jan | Lusitânia Lourosa – LeixoesSegunda Liga | 2:2 | 6 | 37 | 0 |
| Sat 6 Dec | Felgueiras 1932 – Sporting CP BSegunda Liga | 0:2 | 9 | 32 | 0 |
| Mon 3 Nov | Oliveirense – MaritimoSegunda Liga | 0:2 | 3 | 26 | 1 |
| Sat 25 Oct | União de Leiria – LeixoesSegunda Liga | 1:3 | 7 | — | 0 |
| Sun 31 Aug | Academico Viseu – FC Porto BSegunda Liga | 2:0 | 4 | — | 0 |
| Sun 10 Aug | Chaves – Benfica BSegunda Liga | 1:1 | 8 | 32 | 1 |
| Sun 27 Apr | Leixoes – PenafielSegunda Liga | 3:1 | 5 | 37 | 1 |
| Sun 6 Apr | União de Leiria – TorreenseSegunda Liga | 1:3 | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Mon 10 Mar | Leixoes – TondelaSegunda Liga | 0:1 | 7 | — | 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 Fábio Melo give per game?
On average 5.46 cards per game in 44 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 5.39).
Is Fábio Melo a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Fábio Melo officiates, the card count is +1% – profile: average. A red card appeared in 21% of these matches.
How often do matches with Fábio Melo go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 52% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 77%. Both teams were booked in 91%.
Does Fábio Melo give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 34% of matches refereed by Fábio Melo.