EnglandMatches analysed: 672023–2026Michael Salisbury: referee stats
Michael Salisbury (England) has shown 3.73 cards per game in 67 analysed matches — −7% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: lenient.
Lenient · −7%Upcoming matches with Michael Salisbury
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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 20 matches)
Michael Salisbury by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Premier League | 42 | 3.88 | 4.25 | −7% | 29% | 12% |
| Championship | 13 | 3.85 | 3.93 | −1% | 15% | 23% |
| League Cup | 6 | 2.83 | 3.72 | −8% | 0% | 17% |
| FA Cup | 4 | 1.50 | 2.78 | −10% | 0% | 0% |
| League Two | 1 | 9.00 | 4.28 | +10% | 0% | 0% |
| EFL Trophy | 1 | 5.00 | 3.32 | +4% | 0% | 100% |
Last matches refereed by Michael Salisbury
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 14 Sept | Leeds – NewcastlePremier League | 4:1 | 3 | 21 | 0 |
| Sat 5 Sept | West Brom – WatfordChampionship | 1:0 | 8 | 29 | 0 |
| Sun 30 Aug | Sunderland – FulhamPremier League | 1:0 | 2 | 25 | 0 |
| Sun 17 May | Manchester United – Nottingham ForestPremier League | 3:2 | 3 | 16 | 0 |
| Sat 9 May | Manchester City – BrentfordPremier League | 3:0 | 6 | 22 | 0 |
| Wed 22 Apr | Bournemouth – LeedsPremier League | 2:2 | 3 | 16 | 0 |
| Sun 12 Apr | Nottingham Forest – Aston VillaPremier League | 1:1 | 4 | 25 | 0 |
| Fri 3 Apr | Stoke City – Sheffield WednesdayChampionship | 2:0 | 3 | 27 | 0 |
| Sat 21 Mar | Ipswich – MillwallChampionship | 1:1 | 3 | 18 | 0 |
| Sat 24 Jan | Bournemouth – LiverpoolPremier League | 3:2 | 2 | 14 | 0 |
| Wed 7 Jan | Newcastle – LeedsPremier League | 4:3 | 5 | 21 | 2 |
| Tue 30 Dec | West Ham – BrightonPremier League | 2:2 | 8 | 29 | 2 |
| Mon 8 Dec | Wolves – Manchester UnitedPremier League | 1:4 | 5 | 29 | 1 |
| Tue 2 Dec | Bournemouth – EvertonPremier League | 0:1 | 6 | 28 | 0 |
| Sat 22 Nov | Portsmouth – MillwallChampionship | 3:1 | 4 | 22 | 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 Salisbury give per game?
On average 3.73 cards per game in 67 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.04).
Is Michael Salisbury a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Michael Salisbury officiates, the card count is −7% – profile: lenient. A red card appeared in 15% of these matches.
How often do matches with Michael Salisbury go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 33% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 49%. Both teams were booked in 75%.
Does Michael Salisbury give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 21% of matches refereed by Michael Salisbury.