PortugalMatches analysed: 382025–2026Joao Antonio Ferreira Goncalves: referee stats
Joao Antonio Ferreira Goncalves (Portugal) has shown 5.55 cards per game in 38 analysed matches — +5% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: strict.
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Percentile among 2955 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)
Joao Antonio Ferreira Goncalves by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Primeira Liga | 22 | 5.82 | 5.12 | +10% | 41% | 36% |
| Segunda Liga | 8 | 5.00 | 6.05 | −9% | 13% | 38% |
| UEFA Youth League | 2 | 5.00 | 4.62 | +1% | 0% | 50% |
| UEFA Europa Conference League | 2 | 7.50 | 4.34 | +12% | 50% | 50% |
| UEFA U19 Championship - Qualification | 2 | 4.00 | 4.57 | −2% | 0% | 50% |
| UEFA Champions League | 1 | 4.00 | 4.14 | −0% | 100% | 0% |
| Taça de Portugal | 1 | 6.00 | 5.58 | +1% | 100% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Joao Antonio Ferreira Goncalves
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 13 Sept | Benfica – GIL VicentePrimeira Liga | 3:1 | 5 | 29 | 1 |
| Sat 15 Aug | Academico Viseu – Santa ClaraPrimeira Liga | 0:1 | 4 | 27 | 1 |
| Sat 8 Aug | Estrela – Sporting CPPrimeira Liga | 2:2 | 4 | 27 | 0 |
| Thu 30 Jul | Derry City – HNK RijekaUEFA Europa Conference League | 0:1 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Tue 7 Jul | Lincoln Red Imps FC – Inter Club d'EscaldesUEFA Champions League | 3:1 | 4 | — | 1 |
| Sat 23 May | Farense – CF Os BelenensesSegunda Liga | 1:0 | 4 | — | 0 |
| Sat 16 May | FC Porto – Santa ClaraPrimeira Liga | 1:0 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| Mon 11 May | Rio Ave – Sporting CPPrimeira Liga | 1:4 | 9 | 16 | 1 |
| Mon 4 May | Torreense – PenafielSegunda Liga | 3:2 | 3 | — | 0 |
| Sat 25 Apr | Farense – Academico ViseuSegunda Liga | 0:0 | 7 | — | 0 |
| Sat 18 Apr | GIL Vicente – Vitória SCPrimeira Liga | 0:1 | 4 | 27 | 0 |
| Sun 12 Apr | Maritimo – PortimonenseSegunda Liga | 1:0 | 6 | — | 1 |
| Sat 4 Apr | Nacional – EstrelaPrimeira Liga | 2:0 | 7 | 22 | 0 |
| Tue 31 Mar | Denmark U19 – Czech Republic U19UEFA U19 Championship - Qualification | 2:1 | 3 | — | 0 |
| Sat 28 Mar | Czech Republic U19 – Belgium U19UEFA U19 Championship - Qualification | 0:1 | 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 Joao Antonio Ferreira Goncalves give per game?
On average 5.55 cards per game in 38 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 5.21).
Is Joao Antonio Ferreira Goncalves a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Joao Antonio Ferreira Goncalves officiates, the card count is +5% – profile: strict. A red card appeared in 37% of these matches.
How often do matches with Joao Antonio Ferreira Goncalves go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 58% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 79%. Both teams were booked in 95%.
Does Joao Antonio Ferreira Goncalves give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 34% of matches refereed by Joao Antonio Ferreira Goncalves.