EnglandMatches analysed: 1082023–2026Simon Mather: referee stats
Simon Mather (England) has shown 4.29 cards per game in 108 analysed matches — +6% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: strict.
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Percentile among 2953 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)
Simon Mather by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 League One | 48 | 4.63 | 4.06 | +11% | 33% | 19% |
| League Two | 47 | 3.98 | 4.17 | −4% | 15% | 6% |
| League Cup | 5 | 3.60 | 3.39 | +2% | 0% | 20% |
| EFL Trophy | 4 | 3.75 | 3.37 | +3% | 25% | 0% |
| National League | 2 | 3.50 | 4.17 | −3% | 0% | 0% |
| FA Cup | 2 | 7.00 | 2.78 | +17% | 0% | 50% |
Last matches refereed by Simon Mather
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 1 Sept | Rochdale – ShrewsburyLeague Two | 3:0 | 5 | 20 | 0 |
| Sat 22 Aug | Bristol Rovers – Newport CountyLeague Two | 5:3 | 3 | 14 | 0 |
| Tue 18 Aug | Northampton – Brighton U21EFL Trophy | 0:3 | 2 | 24 | 1 |
| Sat 8 Aug | Harrogate Town – Solihull MoorsNational League | 5:2 | 1 | — | 0 |
| Sat 18 Apr | Cheltenham – Newport CountyLeague Two | 1:0 | 5 | 22 | 0 |
| Sat 11 Apr | Barnet – BarrowLeague Two | 3:2 | 2 | 19 | 0 |
| Mon 6 Apr | Reading – LincolnLeague One | 1:2 | 3 | 20 | 0 |
| Sat 28 Mar | Crewe – OldhamLeague Two | 2:1 | 4 | 22 | 0 |
| Sat 21 Mar | Leyton Orient – WycombeLeague One | 2:0 | 4 | 21 | 0 |
| Tue 17 Mar | Walsall – Cambridge UnitedLeague Two | 0:0 | 2 | 18 | 0 |
| Sat 7 Mar | Crawley Town – Swindon TownLeague Two | 2:2 | 2 | 23 | 1 |
| Tue 3 Mar | Chesterfield – ColchesterLeague Two | 3:0 | 7 | 28 | 1 |
| Sat 21 Feb | Rotherham – DoncasterLeague One | 1:2 | 6 | 25 | 1 |
| Tue 17 Feb | Cardiff – AFC WimbledonLeague One | 4:1 | 2 | 20 | 0 |
| Sat 7 Feb | Mansfield Town – Exeter CityLeague One | 0:0 | 5 | 18 | 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 Simon Mather give per game?
On average 4.29 cards per game in 108 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.03).
Is Simon Mather a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Simon Mather officiates, the card count is +6% – profile: strict. A red card appeared in 13% of these matches.
How often do matches with Simon Mather go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 38% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 58%. Both teams were booked in 76%.
Does Simon Mather give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 22% of matches refereed by Simon Mather.