PortugalMatches analysed: 542023–2026José Bessa: referee stats
José Bessa (Portugal) has shown 5.80 cards per game in 54 analysed matches — +9% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: strict.
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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)
José Bessa by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Primeira Liga | 34 | 5.77 | 5.23 | +8% | 24% | 27% |
| Segunda Liga | 18 | 5.67 | 5.36 | +4% | 22% | 22% |
| Taça da Liga | 2 | 7.50 | 5.11 | +9% | 50% | 100% |
Last matches refereed by José Bessa
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 25 Oct | Nacional – SC BragaPrimeira Liga | 1:0 | 0 | — | — |
| Sat 10 Oct | Leixoes – FC Porto BSegunda Liga | 1:2 | +9 | 33 | 0 |
| Sat 12 Sept | Casa Pia – FC PortoPrimeira Liga | 1:4 | 5 | 23 | 2 |
| Sat 15 Aug | Alverca – EstrelaPrimeira Liga | 2:2 | 7 | 21 | 0 |
| Sun 9 Aug | Moreirense – SC BragaPrimeira Liga | 2:2 | 6 | 35 | 0 |
| Sat 14 Mar | Arouca – BenficaPrimeira Liga | 1:2 | 13 | 28 | 1 |
| Sun 1 Mar | Rio Ave – FamalicaoPrimeira Liga | 0:0 | 6 | 34 | 0 |
| Sun 15 Feb | Nacional – FC PortoPrimeira Liga | 0:1 | 4 | 24 | 0 |
| Sat 31 Jan | Alverca – EstrelaPrimeira Liga | 1:1 | 3 | 34 | 1 |
| Sat 17 Jan | Penafiel – PortimonenseSegunda Liga | 0:2 | 9 | — | 0 |
| Sun 11 Jan | FC Porto B – Sporting CP BSegunda Liga | 2:1 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Sun 28 Dec | Arouca – GIL VicentePrimeira Liga | 2:2 | 7 | 18 | 0 |
| Sat 6 Dec | AVS – Rio AvePrimeira Liga | 1:2 | 13 | 32 | 1 |
| Sun 9 Nov | Famalicao – FC PortoPrimeira Liga | 0:1 | 7 | 37 | 0 |
| Sun 26 Oct | Tondela – Sporting CPPrimeira Liga | 0:3 | 4 | 24 | 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 José Bessa give per game?
On average 5.80 cards per game in 54 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 5.27).
Is José Bessa a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where José Bessa officiates, the card count is +9% – profile: strict. A red card appeared in 28% of these matches.
How often do matches with José Bessa go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 65% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 83%. Both teams were booked in 93%.
Does José Bessa give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 24% of matches refereed by José Bessa.