JapanMatches analysed: 1092023–2026Futoshi Nakamura: referee stats
Futoshi Nakamura (Japan) has shown 3.12 cards per game in 109 analysed matches — +13% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: strict.
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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)
Futoshi Nakamura by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 J1 League | 79 | 3.13 | 2.73 | +12% | 15% | 13% |
| J2 League | 11 | 2.36 | 2.61 | −4% | 9% | 9% |
| J-League Cup | 11 | 3.00 | 2.67 | +5% | 0% | 0% |
| Emperor Cup | 6 | 4.33 | 2.17 | +23% | 17% | 17% |
 Liga 1 | 2 | 4.00 | 4.85 | −3% | 100% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Futoshi Nakamura
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 8 Nov | JEF United Chiba – Mito HollyhockJ1 League | 1:0 | 2 | 23 | 0 |
| Tue 3 Nov | Kataller Toyama – Vegalta SendaiJ2 League | 1:0 | 0 | 13 | 0 |
| Sat 24 Oct | Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Shimizu S-pulseJ1 League | 4:0 | 2 | 28 | 0 |
| Wed 21 Oct | Kawasaki Frontale – Vissel KobeJ1 League | 2:1 | 2 | 17 | 0 |
| Sat 17 Oct | JEF United Chiba – Yokohama F. MarinosJ1 League | 0:0 | 7 | 29 | 0 |
| Sat 19 Sept | Kawasaki Frontale – KashimaJ1 League | 3:3 | 5 | 36 | 0 |
| Sat 6 Jun | Tokyo Verdy – Gamba OsakaJ1 League | 2:4 | 4 | 21 | 0 |
| Sat 30 May | Cerezo Osaka – FC TokyoJ1 League | 2:2 | 3 | 25 | 0 |
| Fri 22 May | Machida Zelvia – UrawaJ1 League | 1:0 | 1 | 18 | 0 |
| Wed 6 May | Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Vissel KobeJ1 League | 1:1 | 4 | 14 | 0 |
| Sun 19 Apr | Nagoya Grampus – Avispa FukuokaJ1 League | 2:2 | 5 | 22 | 0 |
| Sun 22 Mar | Urawa – Machida ZelviaJ1 League | 1:2 | 4 | 20 | 1 |
| Sat 14 Mar | Kyoto Sanga – Cerezo OsakaJ1 League | 1:2 | 4 | 18 | 0 |
| Sat 7 Mar | Kashima – Tokyo VerdyJ1 League | 2:0 | 1 | 26 | 1 |
| Fri 27 Feb | Vissel Kobe – Avispa FukuokaJ1 League | 2:1 | 4 | 14 | 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 Futoshi Nakamura give per game?
On average 3.12 cards per game in 109 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 2.72).
Is Futoshi Nakamura a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Futoshi Nakamura officiates, the card count is +13% – profile: strict. A red card appeared in 11% of these matches.
How often do matches with Futoshi Nakamura go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 17% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 39%. Both teams were booked in 67%.
Does Futoshi Nakamura give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 15% of matches refereed by Futoshi Nakamura.