USAMatches analysed: 212023–2025John Matto · MLS Next Pro: referee stats
John Matto (USA) has shown 5.29 cards per game in 21 analysed matches — +11% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: strict.
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Percentile among 2956 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)
Last matches refereed by John Matto
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 22 Sept | Houston Dynamo FC II – Portland Timbers IIMLS Next Pro | 3:1 | 1 | — | 0 |
| Sat 13 Sept | St. Louis City II – Minnesota United IIMLS Next Pro | 1:1 | 9 | — | 0 |
| Mon 11 Aug | New York RB II – Philadelphia Union IIMLS Next Pro | 2:0 | 9 | — | 0 |
| Tue 1 Jul | Chicago Fire II – Crown LegacyMLS Next Pro | 1:1 | 4 | — | 1 |
| Sun 27 Apr | Colorado Rapids II – Sporting KC IIMLS Next Pro | 3:0 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Sat 28 Sept | Minnesota United II – Colorado Rapids IIMLS Next Pro | 1:0 | 9 | — | 1 |
| Sun 22 Sept | Huntsville City – FC Cincinnati IIMLS Next Pro | 0:2 | 6 | — | 0 |
| Wed 11 Sept | New York City II – Toronto IIMLS Next Pro | 1:1 | 2 | — | 1 |
| Sun 18 Aug | Sporting KC II – Austin IIMLS Next Pro | 0:2 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Sat 27 Jul | Chattanooga – Orlando City IIMLS Next Pro | 1:0 | 6 | — | 0 |
| Sun 30 Jun | Inter Miami II – Atlanta United IIMLS Next Pro | 4:1 | 8 | — | 1 |
| Sat 15 Jun | Carolina Core – FC Cincinnati IIMLS Next Pro | 1:3 | 4 | — | 0 |
| Sat 25 May | Austin II – Los Angeles FC IIMLS Next Pro | 1:2 | 4 | — | 0 |
| Sun 31 Mar | New England II – Carolina CoreMLS Next Pro | 2:1 | 4 | — | 0 |
| Sun 24 Mar | Crown Legacy – Columbus Crew IIMLS Next Pro | 3:3 | 5 | — | 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 John Matto give per game?
On average 5.29 cards per game in 21 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.55).
Is John Matto a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where John Matto officiates, the card count is +11% – profile: strict. A red card appeared in 19% of these matches.
How often do matches with John Matto go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 62% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 86%. Both teams were booked in 81%.
Does John Matto give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 33% of matches refereed by John Matto.