NorwayMatches analysed: 282025–2026Marius Lien: referee stats
Marius Lien (Norway) has shown 2.82 cards per game in 28 analysed matches — −13% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: lenient.
Lenient · −13%Upcoming matches with Marius Lien
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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)
Marius Lien by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Eliteserien | 25 | 2.96 | 3.49 | −10% | 32% | 24% |
| 1. Division | 2 | 2.00 | 3.40 | −6% | 0% | 0% |
| NM Cupen | 1 | 1.00 | 2.27 | −3% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Marius Lien
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 19 Sept | Kristiansund BK – RosenborgEliteserien | 1:3 | 1 | 29 | 0 |
| Sat 5 Sept | Rosenborg – Ham-KamEliteserien | 4:0 | 2 | 22 | 0 |
| Sat 8 Aug | Start – FredrikstadEliteserien | 0:1 | 0 | 13 | 0 |
| Sun 26 Jul | Sandefjord – Bodo/GlimtEliteserien | 0:3 | 4 | 24 | 0 |
| Sat 18 Jul | Molde – BrannEliteserien | 1:2 | 5 | 28 | 0 |
| Sun 12 Jul | Rosenborg – Kristiansund BKEliteserien | 3:0 | 1 | 36 | 1 |
| Wed 20 May | Start – Bodo/GlimtEliteserien | 1:4 | 1 | 16 | 1 |
| Sat 16 May | Valerenga – Sarpsborg 08 FFEliteserien | 3:2 | 1 | 24 | 1 |
| Sun 10 May | KFUM Oslo – VikingEliteserien | 0:2 | 4 | 15 | 0 |
| Sun 26 Apr | Tromso – SandefjordEliteserien | 3:1 | 0 | 22 | 0 |
| Sun 12 Apr | Molde – Ham-KamEliteserien | 4:1 | 7 | 26 | 0 |
| Mon 6 Apr | Kristiansund BK – Bodo/GlimtEliteserien | 0:3 | 3 | 15 | 0 |
| Sun 22 Mar | Sandefjord – Sarpsborg 08 FFEliteserien | 0:2 | 3 | 25 | 1 |
| Sun 30 Nov | Brann – Ham-KamEliteserien | 3:1 | 6 | 19 | 0 |
| Sun 9 Nov | Sandefjord – TromsoEliteserien | 1:0 | 4 | 26 | 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 Marius Lien give per game?
On average 2.82 cards per game in 28 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 3.44).
Is Marius Lien a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Marius Lien officiates, the card count is −13% – profile: lenient. A red card appeared in 21% of these matches.
How often do matches with Marius Lien go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 18% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 32%. Both teams were booked in 54%.
Does Marius Lien give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 29% of matches refereed by Marius Lien.