FranceMatches analysed: 582023–2026Karim Abed: referee stats
Karim Abed (France) has shown 3.26 cards per game in 58 analysed matches — −16% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: very lenient.
Very lenient · −16%Upcoming matches with Karim Abed
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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)
Karim Abed by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Ligue 2 | 51 | 3.29 | 4.02 | −15% | 10% | 12% |
| Tournoi Maurice Revello | 5 | 3.00 | 3.89 | −7% | 40% | 20% |
| Ligue 3 | 1 | 4.00 | 4.31 | −1% | 0% | 0% |
| Coupe de France | 1 | 2.00 | 3.75 | −4% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Karim Abed
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 7 Nov | Saint Etienne – LavalLigue 2 | 2:0 | 4 | 35 | 0 |
| Fri 23 Oct | Clermont Foot – GuingampLigue 2 | 0:2 | 3 | 29 | 0 |
| Fri 9 Oct | PAU – LavalLigue 2 | 3:2 | 5 | 39 | 0 |
| Sat 19 Sept | Boulogne – NantesLigue 2 | 1:2 | 4 | 32 | 1 |
| Fri 28 Aug | Laval – GrenobleLigue 2 | 0:3 | 5 | 27 | 0 |
| Sat 8 Aug | Boulogne – NancyLigue 2 | 0:0 | 1 | 31 | 0 |
| Sat 9 May | Grenoble – Estac TroyesLigue 2 | 1:0 | 1 | 16 | 0 |
| Fri 17 Apr | PAU – GuingampLigue 2 | 2:1 | 5 | 23 | 0 |
| Fri 20 Mar | Rodez – BastiaLigue 2 | 1:1 | 3 | 19 | 1 |
| Fri 6 Mar | Boulogne – AmiensLigue 2 | 4:2 | 6 | 27 | 0 |
| Fri 13 Feb | Laval – AnnecyLigue 2 | 2:2 | 4 | 22 | 0 |
| Fri 30 Jan | Rodez – RED Star FC 93Ligue 2 | 1:1 | 2 | 27 | 0 |
| Sat 17 Jan | Saint Etienne – Clermont FootLigue 2 | 1:0 | 1 | 26 | 0 |
| Sat 20 Dec | Grenoble – NancyCoupe de France | 1:1 | 2 | 20 | 0 |
| Sat 13 Dec | RED Star FC 93 – ReimsLigue 2 | 0:0 | 3 | 23 | 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 Karim Abed give per game?
On average 3.26 cards per game in 58 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.00).
Is Karim Abed a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Karim Abed officiates, the card count is −16% – profile: very lenient. A red card appeared in 12% of these matches.
How often do matches with Karim Abed go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 21% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 47%. Both teams were booked in 66%.
Does Karim Abed give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 12% of matches refereed by Karim Abed.