ArgentinaMatches analysed: 652023–2026Fernando Espinoza: referee stats
Fernando Espinoza (Argentina) has shown 5.35 cards per game in 65 analysed matches — +2% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: average.
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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)
Fernando Espinoza by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Liga Profesional Argentina | 63 | 5.25 | 5.26 | −0% | 18% | 24% |
| CONMEBOL Sudamericana | 2 | 8.50 | 5.06 | +13% | 50% | 100% |
Last matches refereed by Fernando Espinoza
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 23 Aug | Belgrano Cordoba – Defensa Y JusticiaLiga Profesional Argentina | 1:2 | 4 | 22 | 0 |
| Fri 17 Apr | Union Santa Fe – Newells Old BoysLiga Profesional Argentina | 2:3 | 6 | 22 | 0 |
| Thu 12 Mar | Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto – Belgrano CordobaLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:1 | 3 | 14 | 0 |
| Fri 20 Feb | Instituto Cordoba – Atletico TucumanLiga Profesional Argentina | 2:1 | 6 | 23 | 1 |
| Sat 7 Feb | Aldosivi – Rosario CentralLiga Profesional Argentina | 1:1 | 4 | 30 | 0 |
| Thu 29 Jan | Lanus – Union Santa FeLiga Profesional Argentina | 2:1 | 5 | 16 | 0 |
| Mon 10 Nov | Deportivo Riestra – IndependienteLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:1 | 5 | 22 | 0 |
| Sat 1 Nov | Newells Old Boys – Union Santa FeLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:1 | 5 | 15 | 0 |
| Sat 4 Oct | Atletico Tucuman – PlatenseLiga Profesional Argentina | 2:0 | 8 | 16 | 0 |
| Sat 27 Sept | Central Cordoba de Santiago – TigreLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:1 | 7 | 14 | 0 |
| Sat 13 Sept | Newells Old Boys – Atletico TucumanLiga Profesional Argentina | 2:0 | 6 | 19 | 0 |
| Sat 23 Aug | San Martin S.J. – Gimnasia L.P.Liga Profesional Argentina | 1:0 | 4 | 15 | 1 |
| Mon 11 Aug | Defensa Y Justicia – Deportivo RiestraLiga Profesional Argentina | 1:0 | 5 | 14 | 1 |
| Fri 1 Aug | Aldosivi – Argentinos JRSCopa Argentina | 1:2 | 5 | — | 1 |
| Tue 15 Jul | Union Santa Fe – Estudiantes L.P.Liga Profesional Argentina | 1:0 | 6 | 23 | 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 Fernando Espinoza give per game?
On average 5.35 cards per game in 65 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 5.25).
Is Fernando Espinoza a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Fernando Espinoza officiates, the card count is +2% – profile: average. A red card appeared in 26% of these matches.
How often do matches with Fernando Espinoza go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 68% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 80%. Both teams were booked in 89%.
Does Fernando Espinoza give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 19% of matches refereed by Fernando Espinoza.