SpainMatches analysed: 292023–2026Francisco Ortega: referee stats
Francisco Ortega (Spain) has shown 3.52 cards per game in 29 analysed matches — −12% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: lenient.
Lenient · −12%Upcoming matches with Francisco Ortega
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Percentile among 3027 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)
Francisco Ortega by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Primera División RFEF - Group 1 | 14 | 2.43 | 3.86 | −21% | 0% | 0% |
| Primera División RFEF - Group 2 | 14 | 4.50 | 4.65 | −2% | 14% | 7% |
| Copa del Rey | 1 | 5.00 | 3.43 | +3% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Francisco Ortega
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 23 Oct | Europa Fc – ZaragozaPrimera División RFEF - Group 2 | 0:1 | 3 | 18 | 0 |
| Sun 4 Oct | Sant Andreu – AntequeraPrimera División RFEF - Group 2 | 2:2 | 7 | 24 | 0 |
| Fri 11 Sept | Gimnastic – AlgecirasPrimera División RFEF - Group 2 | 4:2 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Sat 24 May | Real Murcia – AlgecirasPrimera División RFEF - Group 2 | 2:1 | 8 | — | 1 |
| Sat 10 May | Ibiza – AlcorconPrimera División RFEF - Group 2 | 2:0 | 3 | — | 0 |
| Sat 26 Apr | Real Sociedad II – Unionistas de SalamancaPrimera División RFEF - Group 1 | 1:0 | 2 | — | 0 |
| Sun 13 Apr | Barcelona B – Sestao RiverPrimera División RFEF - Group 1 | 2:0 | 2 | — | 0 |
| Sat 22 Mar | Atlético Madrid II – Real Betis IIPrimera División RFEF - Group 2 | 0:0 | 2 | — | 0 |
| Sat 1 Mar | Amorebieta – Real UniónPrimera División RFEF - Group 1 | 1:0 | 8 | — | 0 |
| Sun 16 Feb | Real Murcia – Sevilla AtleticoPrimera División RFEF - Group 2 | 0:2 | 9 | — | 0 |
| Sun 26 Jan | Tarazona – ZamoraPrimera División RFEF - Group 1 | 1:0 | 2 | — | 0 |
| Sat 11 Jan | Gimnastic – Gimnástica SegovianaPrimera División RFEF - Group 1 | 5:0 | 2 | — | 0 |
| Sun 3 Nov | Ibiza – Real Betis IIPrimera División RFEF - Group 2 | 1:2 | 3 | — | 0 |
| Sat 19 Oct | FC Andorra – Cultural LeonesaPrimera División RFEF - Group 1 | 1:1 | 3 | — | 0 |
| Fri 27 Sept | Yeclano – SanluqueñoPrimera División RFEF - Group 2 | 2:0 | 5 | — | 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 Francisco Ortega give per game?
On average 3.52 cards per game in 29 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.23).
Is Francisco Ortega a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Francisco Ortega officiates, the card count is −12% – profile: lenient. A red card appeared in 3% of these matches.
How often do matches with Francisco Ortega go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 28% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 35%. Both teams were booked in 69%.
Does Francisco Ortega give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 7% of matches refereed by Francisco Ortega.