NetherlandsMatches analysed: 552023–2026Richard Martens: referee stats
Richard Martens (Netherlands) has shown 3.75 cards per game in 55 analysed matches — +9% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: strict.
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Percentile among 2790 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)
Richard Martens by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Eerste Divisie | 32 | 4.25 | 3.46 | +16% | 25% | 25% |
| Eredivisie | 22 | 3.09 | 3.25 | −3% | 23% | 5% |
| KNVB Beker | 1 | 2.00 | 3.06 | −2% | 100% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Richard Martens
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 9 Sept | Twente – TelstarEredivisie | 1:0 | 4 | 21 | 1 |
| Sat 22 Aug | Heerenveen – PEC ZwolleEredivisie | 0:2 | 3 | 19 | 0 |
| Fri 14 Aug | Waalwijk – DordrechtEerste Divisie | 2:2 | 5 | 23 | 0 |
| Fri 7 Aug | Vitesse – WaalwijkEerste Divisie | 1:1 | 6 | 23 | 1 |
| Sun 17 May | Heracles – GroningenEredivisie | 1:2 | 2 | 13 | 0 |
| Sun 10 May | Fortuna Sittard – PEC ZwolleEredivisie | 3:2 | 1 | 18 | 0 |
| Fri 24 Apr | Waalwijk – Jong PSV U21Eerste Divisie | 4:1 | 3 | 16 | 0 |
| Fri 10 Apr | Den Bosch – CambuurEerste Divisie | 1:1 | 3 | 23 | 1 |
| Sat 4 Apr | AZ Alkmaar – Fortuna SittardEredivisie | 2:0 | 3 | 25 | 0 |
| Fri 13 Mar | Emmen – ADO Den HaagEerste Divisie | 0:1 | 5 | 33 | 0 |
| Fri 6 Mar | VVV Venlo – WaalwijkEerste Divisie | 0:3 | 1 | 19 | 0 |
| Sun 1 Mar | FC Volendam – GroningenEredivisie | 3:2 | 4 | 21 | 1 |
| Tue 24 Feb | Cambuur – FC EindhovenEerste Divisie | 2:1 | 4 | 22 | 1 |
| Sun 1 Feb | Heracles – Fortuna SittardEredivisie | 2:1 | 5 | 31 | 0 |
| Mon 26 Jan | Roda – VVV VenloEerste Divisie | 2:2 | 2 | 25 | 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 Richard Martens give per game?
On average 3.75 cards per game in 55 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 3.37).
Is Richard Martens a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Richard Martens officiates, the card count is +9% – profile: strict. A red card appeared in 16% of these matches.
How often do matches with Richard Martens go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 35% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 49%. Both teams were booked in 78%.
Does Richard Martens give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 26% of matches refereed by Richard Martens.