RussiaMatches analysed: 82026–2026Nikita Novikov · Premier League: referee stats
Nikita Novikov (Russia) has shown 5.88 cards per game in 8 analysed matches — +12% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: strict.
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Percentile among 2955 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 8 matches)
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 |
| Sun 16 Aug | Krylia Sovetov – Dinamo MakhachkalaPremier League | 1:4 | 7 | 21 | 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 |
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 5.88 cards per game in 8 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.67).
Is Nikita Novikov a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Nikita Novikov officiates, the card count is +12% – profile: strict. A red card appeared in 25% of these matches.
How often do matches with Nikita Novikov go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 75% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 88%. Both teams were booked in 100%.
Does Nikita Novikov give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 13% of matches refereed by Nikita Novikov.