NetherlandsMatches analysed: 482023–2026Martin Van den Kerkhof · Eredivisie: referee stats
Martin Van den Kerkhof (Netherlands) has shown 2.56 cards per game in 48 analysed matches — −17% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: very lenient.
Very lenient · −17%Upcoming matches with Martin Van den Kerkhof
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Percentile among 2950 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 Martin Van den Kerkhof
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 18 Sept | Groningen – PEC ZwolleEredivisie | 3:0 | 2 | 18 | 0 |
| Fri 11 Sept | AZ Alkmaar – Willem IIEredivisie | 1:1 | 1 | 15 | 0 |
| Tue 8 Sept | Utrecht – GO Ahead EaglesEredivisie | 3:3 | 3 | 24 | 1 |
| Sat 15 Aug | Fortuna Sittard – CambuurEredivisie | 3:1 | 2 | 19 | 0 |
| Sun 10 May | GO Ahead Eagles – PSV EindhovenEredivisie | 1:4 | 0 | 16 | 1 |
| Sat 11 Apr | Heracles – AjaxEredivisie | 0:3 | 3 | 14 | 0 |
| Sun 22 Mar | NEC Nijmegen – HeerenveenEredivisie | 2:2 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| Sun 8 Mar | Sparta Rotterdam – PEC ZwolleEredivisie | 1:1 | 4 | 17 | 0 |
| Fri 20 Feb | Fortuna Sittard – ExcelsiorEredivisie | 2:1 | 2 | 22 | 1 |
| Sun 8 Feb | Utrecht – FeyenoordEredivisie | 0:1 | 8 | 26 | 0 |
| Sat 24 Jan | NEC Nijmegen – PEC ZwolleEredivisie | 2:1 | 3 | 19 | 0 |
| Sat 20 Dec | Heracles – HeerenveenEredivisie | 0:3 | 2 | 21 | 1 |
| Sun 30 Nov | PSV Eindhoven – FC VolendamEredivisie | 3:0 | 0 | 16 | 0 |
| Sat 1 Nov | Telstar – ExcelsiorEredivisie | 2:2 | 2 | 23 | 1 |
| Fri 24 Oct | Heerenveen – NAC BredaEredivisie | 3:3 | 1 | 20 | 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 Martin Van den Kerkhof give per game?
On average 2.56 cards per game in 48 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 3.24).
Is Martin Van den Kerkhof a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Martin Van den Kerkhof officiates, the card count is −17% – profile: very lenient. A red card appeared in 19% of these matches.
How often do matches with Martin Van den Kerkhof go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 15% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 23%. Both teams were booked in 48%.
Does Martin Van den Kerkhof give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 19% of matches refereed by Martin Van den Kerkhof.