EnglandMatches analysed: 142024–2026Matthew Russell · League Two: referee stats
Matthew Russell (England) has shown 3.00 cards per game in 14 analysed matches — −15% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: very lenient.
Very lenient · −15%Upcoming matches with Matthew Russell
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Percentile among 2956 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 14 matches)
Last matches refereed by Matthew Russell
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 1 Sept | Salford City – Newport CountyLeague Two | 2:1 | 4 | 30 | 0 |
| Sat 22 Aug | Walsall – GrimsbyLeague Two | 0:0 | 2 | 27 | 0 |
| Sat 7 Feb | Bristol Rovers – ChesterfieldLeague Two | 2:3 | 5 | 23 | 0 |
| Sat 17 Jan | Crawley Town – Notts CountyLeague Two | 1:2 | 4 | 27 | 0 |
| Mon 29 Dec | Gillingham – ColchesterLeague Two | 1:1 | 2 | 36 | 1 |
| Sat 22 Nov | Bromley – Salford CityLeague Two | 2:0 | 2 | 27 | 0 |
| Sat 30 Aug | Crewe – Swindon TownLeague Two | 0:3 | 2 | 23 | 0 |
| Sat 2 Aug | Milton Keynes Dons – OldhamLeague Two | 0:0 | 4 | 33 | 0 |
| Sat 15 Feb | Bromley – Fleetwood TownLeague Two | 1:0 | 3 | 22 | 0 |
| Sat 4 Jan | Milton Keynes Dons – Salford CityLeague Two | 0:1 | 4 | 33 | 0 |
| Sat 21 Dec | Swindon Town – GrimsbyLeague Two | 3:1 | 3 | 26 | 2 |
| Sat 23 Nov | Gillingham – Harrogate TownLeague Two | 1:2 | 3 | 23 | 0 |
| Tue 22 Oct | AFC Wimbledon – MorecambeLeague Two | 3:0 | 2 | 16 | 0 |
| Mon 18 Mar | Crawley Town – Stockport CountyLeague Two | 1:1 | 2 | 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 Matthew Russell give per game?
On average 3.00 cards per game in 14 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.10).
Is Matthew Russell a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Matthew Russell officiates, the card count is −15% – profile: very lenient. A red card appeared in 7% of these matches.
How often do matches with Matthew Russell go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 7% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 36%. Both teams were booked in 86%.
Does Matthew Russell give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 14% of matches refereed by Matthew Russell.