BulgariaMatches analysed: 422023–2026Martin Velikov: referee stats
Martin Velikov (Bulgaria) has shown 4.36 cards per game in 42 analysed matches — −6% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: lenient.
Lenient · −6%Upcoming matches with Martin Velikov
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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)
Martin Velikov by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 First League | 33 | 3.88 | 4.78 | −15% | 21% | 9% |
| Second League | 9 | 6.11 | 4.42 | +18% | 33% | 33% |
Last matches refereed by Martin Velikov
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 16 Sept | Lokomotiv Sofia – CSKA SofiaFirst League | 0:2 | 2 | — | 0 |
| Fri 4 Sept | Arda Kardzhali – Botev PlovdivFirst League | 2:3 | 4 | — | 0 |
| Mon 27 Jul | CSKA Sofia – Botev PlovdivFirst League | 3:2 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Wed 13 May | CSKA Sofia – CSKA 1948First League | 1:1 | 2 | — | 1 |
| Fri 1 May | Septemvri Sofia – MontanaFirst League | 1:1 | 3 | 22 | 1 |
| Mon 13 Apr | Beroe – Lokomotiv PlovdivFirst League | 0:0 | 3 | — | 0 |
| Sat 14 Mar | Botev Plovdiv – Botev VratsaFirst League | 1:3 | 1 | 23 | 0 |
| Sun 1 Mar | Levski Sofia – Lokomotiv SofiaFirst League | 4:3 | 3 | 19 | 1 |
| Mon 16 Feb | Septemvri Sofia – MontanaFirst League | 1:0 | 4 | 18 | 0 |
| Fri 28 Nov | Lokomotiv Sofia – Arda KardzhaliFirst League | 0:0 | 4 | 26 | 0 |
| Sun 2 Nov | CSKA Sofia – MontanaFirst League | 3:1 | 2 | — | 2 |
| Sun 19 Oct | Lokomotiv Sofia – CSKA 1948First League | 0:1 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Sat 20 Sept | CSKA 1948 – Lokomotiv PlovdivFirst League | 4:0 | 3 | — | 0 |
| Sat 16 Aug | Beroe – Botev PlovdivFirst League | 1:2 | 3 | — | 0 |
| Mon 28 Jul | Montana – Lokomotiv PlovdivFirst League | 1:1 | 6 | 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 Martin Velikov give per game?
On average 4.36 cards per game in 42 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.71).
Is Martin Velikov a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Martin Velikov officiates, the card count is −6% – profile: lenient. A red card appeared in 14% of these matches.
How often do matches with Martin Velikov go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 43% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 62%. Both teams were booked in 83%.
Does Martin Velikov give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 24% of matches refereed by Martin Velikov.