EnglandMatches analysed: 832023–2026Michael Oliver · Premier League: referee stats
Michael Oliver (England) has shown 4.04 cards per game in 83 analysed matches — −4% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: average.
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Percentile among 2957 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 Michael Oliver
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 13 Sept | Manchester United – Manchester CityPremier League | 0:1 | 4 | 27 | 0 |
| Sat 5 Sept | Hull City – Aston VillaPremier League | 0:0 | 2 | 15 | 0 |
| Sun 30 Aug | Chelsea – BrightonPremier League | 4:3 | 4 | 18 | 0 |
| Sat 22 Aug | Brentford – TottenhamPremier League | 3:0 | 2 | 31 | 1 |
| Sun 24 May | Tottenham – EvertonPremier League | 1:0 | 5 | 33 | 0 |
| Sun 17 May | Leeds – BrightonPremier League | 1:0 | 1 | 16 | 0 |
| Mon 4 May | Everton – Manchester CityPremier League | 3:3 | 5 | 20 | 0 |
| Sat 25 Apr | Fulham – Aston VillaPremier League | 1:0 | 4 | 26 | 0 |
| Sat 18 Apr | Chelsea – Manchester UnitedPremier League | 0:1 | 4 | 25 | 0 |
| Sat 11 Apr | Arsenal – BournemouthPremier League | 1:2 | 4 | 30 | 1 |
| Sun 22 Mar | Tottenham – Nottingham ForestPremier League | 0:3 | 3 | 26 | 0 |
| Sat 14 Mar | West Ham – Manchester CityPremier League | 1:1 | 4 | 19 | 0 |
| Sat 21 Feb | Aston Villa – LeedsPremier League | 1:1 | 5 | 27 | 0 |
| Sat 7 Feb | Manchester United – TottenhamPremier League | 2:0 | 4 | 23 | 0 |
| Sat 31 Jan | Wolves – BournemouthPremier League | 0:2 | 6 | 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 Michael Oliver give per game?
On average 4.04 cards per game in 83 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.23).
Is Michael Oliver a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Michael Oliver officiates, the card count is −4% – profile: average. A red card appeared in 12% of these matches.
How often do matches with Michael Oliver go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 34% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 61%. Both teams were booked in 81%.
Does Michael Oliver give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 13% of matches refereed by Michael Oliver.