ChinaMatches analysed: 302023–2026Zhang Lei: referee stats
Zhang Lei (China) has shown 3.97 cards per game in 30 analysed matches — −1% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: average.
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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 20 matches)
Zhang Lei by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Super League | 27 | 4.11 | 4.16 | −1% | 22% | 22% |
| AFC Champions League Two | 2 | 1.50 | 3.14 | −7% | 50% | 0% |
| Asian Cup - Qualification | 1 | 5.00 | 2.44 | +6% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Zhang Lei
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 17 Jul | Beijing Guoan – Shenyang UrbanSuper League | 1:1 | 4 | 32 | 0 |
| Sun 10 May | Qingdao Youth Island – Wuhan Three TownsSuper League | 1:1 | 7 | 28 | 1 |
| Sat 2 May | Yunnan Yukun – Beijing GuoanSuper League | 3:3 | 0 | 16 | 1 |
| Tue 21 Apr | SHANGHAI SIPG – Chongqing Tongliang LongSuper League | 1:2 | 6 | 28 | 0 |
| Sat 11 Apr | Henan Jianye – Shandong LunengSuper League | 0:1 | 1 | 30 | 0 |
| Sat 21 Mar | Qingdao Youth Island – Sichuan JiuniuSuper League | 1:0 | 5 | 33 | 0 |
| Sat 7 Mar | Shandong Luneng – Shenyang UrbanSuper League | 3:0 | 5 | 34 | 1 |
| Wed 26 Nov | Bangkok United – SelangorAFC Champions League Two | 1:1 | 3 | 28 | 0 |
| Sat 17 May | Lamphun Warrior – RatchaburiLeague Cup | 1:0 | 4 | — | 1 |
| Tue 25 Mar | Thailand – Sri LankaAsian Cup - Qualification | 1:0 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Sat 2 Nov | Sichuan Jiuniu – Nantong ZhiyunSuper League | 2:1 | 10 | 21 | 0 |
| Sun 27 Oct | Qingdao Youth Island – Chengdu Better CitySuper League | 1:1 | 1 | 30 | 0 |
| Sat 21 Sept | Shandong Luneng – Wuhan Three TownsSuper League | 0:0 | 5 | 30 | 0 |
| Wed 21 Aug | Nanjing City – Chengdu Better CityFA Cup | 1:2 | 3 | — | 0 |
| Sat 3 Aug | Shandong Luneng – SHANGHAI SIPGSuper League | 0:1 | 1 | 15 | 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 Zhang Lei give per game?
On average 3.97 cards per game in 30 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.04).
Is Zhang Lei a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Zhang Lei officiates, the card count is −1% – profile: average. A red card appeared in 20% of these matches.
How often do matches with Zhang Lei go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 43% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 57%. Both teams were booked in 70%.
Does Zhang Lei give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 23% of matches refereed by Zhang Lei.