JapanMatches analysed: 162025–2026Yuzo Sutani · J1 League: referee stats
Yuzo Sutani (Japan) has shown 1.88 cards per game in 16 analysed matches — −14% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: lenient.
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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 16 matches)
Last matches refereed by Yuzo Sutani
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 22 Aug | Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Kawasaki FrontaleJ1 League | 1:1 | 3 | 16 | 0 |
| Sat 6 Jun | Yokohama F. Marinos – Shimizu S-pulseJ1 League | 3:0 | 2 | 21 | 0 |
| Sat 23 May | Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Nagoya GrampusJ1 League | 4:2 | 1 | 19 | 0 |
| Sun 10 May | Yokohama F. Marinos – KashimaJ1 League | 1:1 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
| Sun 3 May | Tokyo Verdy – Kashiwa ReysolJ1 League | 1:0 | 1 | 18 | 0 |
| Sat 25 Apr | Sanfrecce Hiroshima – Cerezo OsakaJ1 League | 2:1 | 2 | 23 | 1 |
| Sun 19 Apr | Gamba Osaka – Fagiano OkayamaJ1 League | 2:2 | 2 | 21 | 0 |
| Sun 12 Apr | Kawasaki Frontale – KashimaJ1 League | 0:2 | 3 | 18 | 1 |
| Sun 5 Apr | V-varen Nagasaki – Shimizu S-pulseJ1 League | 0:3 | 1 | 20 | 1 |
| Wed 18 Mar | Cerezo Osaka – Fagiano OkayamaJ1 League | 1:2 | 2 | 27 | 0 |
| Sat 7 Mar | Urawa – Mito HollyhockJ1 League | 2:0 | 4 | 24 | 0 |
| Sat 21 Feb | Nagoya Grampus – V-varen NagasakiJ1 League | 1:3 | 2 | 24 | 0 |
| Sat 14 Feb | Shimizu S-pulse – Kyoto SangaJ1 League | 1:1 | 2 | 22 | 0 |
| Sat 4 Oct | Avispa Fukuoka – Yokohama FCJ1 League | 1:0 | 1 | 25 | 0 |
| Sat 20 Sept | Tokyo Verdy – Fagiano OkayamaJ1 League | 4:2 | 1 | 23 | 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 Yuzo Sutani give per game?
On average 1.88 cards per game in 16 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 2.60).
Is Yuzo Sutani a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Yuzo Sutani officiates, the card count is −14% – profile: lenient. A red card appeared in 13% of these matches.
How often do matches with Yuzo Sutani go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 0% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 6%. Both teams were booked in 44%.
Does Yuzo Sutani give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 19% of matches refereed by Yuzo Sutani.