RussiaMatches analysed: 402024–2026Nikita Novikov: referee stats
Nikita Novikov (Russia) has shown 4.58 cards per game in 40 analysed matches — +11% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: strict.
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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)
Nikita Novikov by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 First League | 14 | 4.71 | 4.02 | +10% | 21% | 7% |
| Premier League | 8 | 5.88 | 4.67 | +12% | 13% | 25% |
| Second League A - Spring Season Gold | 6 | 3.83 | 3.87 | −0% | 50% | 33% |
| Second League A - Division A Gold | 4 | 2.50 | 3.74 | −9% | 25% | 0% |
| Cup | 3 | 3.67 | 3.21 | +3% | 0% | 33% |
| Second League A - Spring Season Silver | 3 | 5.00 | 3.73 | +7% | 0% | 0% |
| Second League A - Division A Silver | 2 | 5.50 | 4.11 | +5% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Nikita Novikov
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 12 Sept | Zenit – LokomotivPremier League | 2:1 | 3 | 33 | 0 |
| Sat 29 Aug | FC Krasnodar – FC RostovPremier League | 1:0 | 6 | 31 | 0 |
| Wed 19 Aug | Dynamo – FC KrasnodarCup | 0:1 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Sun 16 Aug | Krylia Sovetov – Dinamo MakhachkalaPremier League | 1:4 | 7 | 21 | 0 |
| Wed 5 Aug | Zenit – BaltikaCup | 1:0 | 3 | — | 0 |
| Sun 26 Jul | FC Orenburg – FC RostovPremier League | 2:1 | 10 | 30 | 0 |
| Sat 23 May | Dinamo Makhachkala – UralPremier League | 2:0 | 5 | 27 | 1 |
| Sun 17 May | Baltika – DynamoPremier League | 1:2 | 7 | 32 | 0 |
| Sun 26 Apr | Dynamo – FC SochiPremier League | 2:0 | 5 | 25 | 0 |
| Mon 6 Apr | FC Sochi – RubinPremier League | 0:1 | 4 | 33 | 0 |
| Sun 8 Mar | Torpedo Moskva – Rodina MoskvaFirst League | 0:2 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Sun 30 Nov | Spartak Kostroma – Torpedo MoskvaFirst League | 0:1 | 7 | — | 0 |
| Sun 23 Nov | FC UFA – FakelFirst League | 0:4 | 4 | — | 1 |
| Sat 15 Nov | FK Neftekhimik – UralFirst League | 1:0 | 8 | — | 0 |
| Sun 9 Nov | Rotor Volgograd – Shinnik YaroslavlFirst League | 3:0 | 6 | — | 1 |
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 Nikita Novikov give per game?
On average 4.58 cards per game in 40 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.02).
Is Nikita Novikov a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Nikita Novikov officiates, the card count is +11% – profile: strict. A red card appeared in 15% of these matches.
How often do matches with Nikita Novikov go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 50% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 70%. Both teams were booked in 85%.
Does Nikita Novikov give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 20% of matches refereed by Nikita Novikov.