Michael Oliver: referee stats
Michael Oliver (England) has shown 4.21 cards per game in 137 analysed matches โ +1% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: average.
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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 20 matches)
Michael Oliver by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League England | 83 | 4.04 | 4.23 | โ4% | 13% | 12% |
| UEFA Champions League World | 26 | 4.73 | 4.12 | +11% | 12% | 15% |
| UEFA Europa League World | 5 | 3.80 | 4.53 | โ6% | 20% | 0% |
| World Cup World | 4 | 4.25 | 2.62 | +12% | 25% | 0% |
| Euro Championship World | 4 | 1.50 | 4.33 | โ19% | 25% | 0% |
| UEFA Nations League World | 4 | 3.75 | 4.77 | โ7% | 75% | 0% |
| World Cup - Qualification Europe World | 4 | 5.00 | 3.60 | +10% | 0% | 25% |
| FA Cup England | 2 | 6.00 | 3.16 | +12% | 50% | 0% |
| UEFA Europa Conference League World | 2 | 6.00 | 4.73 | +5% | 50% | 50% |
| Euro Championship - Qualification World | 2 | 4.50 | 4.40 | +0% | 0% | 0% |
| Pro League United-Arab-Emirates | 1 | 9.00 | 4.24 | +10% | 0% | 100% |
Last matches refereed by Michael Oliver
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (homeโaway) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13.09.2026 | Manchester United โ Manchester CityPremier League | 0:1 | 4 | 27 | 0 |
| 08.09.2026 | Real Madrid โ InterUEFA Champions League | 2:1 | 4 | 22 | 0 |
| 05.09.2026 | Hull City โ Aston VillaPremier League | 0:0 | 2 | 15 | 0 |
| 30.08.2026 | Chelsea โ BrightonPremier League | 4:3 | 4 | 18 | 0 |
| 25.08.2026 | Bodo/Glimt โ NEC NijmegenUEFA Champions League | 3:0 | 3 | 18 | 0 |
| 22.08.2026 | Brentford โ TottenhamPremier League | 3:0 | 2 | 31 | 1 |
| 11.08.2026 | Slovan Bratislava โ Mjallby AIFUEFA Champions League | 2:0 | 5 | 24 | 0 |
| 10.07.2026 | Spain โ BelgiumWorld Cup | 2:1 | 4 | 31 | 0 |
| 04.07.2026 | Canada โ MoroccoWorld Cup | 0:3 | 8 | 38 | 0 |
| 26.06.2026 | Norway โ FranceWorld Cup | 1:4 | 2 | 20 | 1 |
| 20.06.2026 | Netherlands โ SwedenWorld Cup | 5:1 | 3 | 21 | 0 |
| 24.05.2026 | Tottenham โ EvertonPremier League | 1:0 | 5 | 33 | 0 |
| 17.05.2026 | Leeds โ BrightonPremier League | 1:0 | 1 | 16 | 0 |
| 04.05.2026 | Everton โ Manchester CityPremier League | 3:3 | 5 | 20 | 0 |
| 25.04.2026 | Fulham โ Aston VillaPremier League | 1:0 | 4 | 26 | 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). โvs leagueโ 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.
FAQ
How many cards does Michael Oliver give per game?
On average 4.21 cards per game in 137 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.17).
Is Michael Oliver a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Michael Oliver officiates, the card count is +1% โ profile: average. A red card appeared in 12% of these matches.
How often do matches with Michael Oliver go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 41% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 61%. Both teams were booked in 77%.
Does Michael Oliver give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 16% of matches refereed by Michael Oliver.