Paul Howard · EFL Trophy: referee stats
Paul Howard (England) has shown 2.75 cards per game in 8 analysed matches — −8% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: lenient.
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Percentile among 2960 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 8 matches)
Last matches refereed by Paul Howard
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.02.2026 | AFC Wimbledon – NorthamptonEFL Trophy | 1:2 | 2 | 18 | 0 |
| 11.11.2025 | Bromley – AFC WimbledonEFL Trophy | 1:2 | 3 | 22 | 0 |
| 04.11.2025 | Huddersfield – Mansfield TownEFL Trophy | 3:1 | 0 | 16 | 0 |
| 31.01.2024 | Wycombe – Brighton U21EFL Trophy | 4:1 | 1 | 17 | 0 |
| 21.11.2023 | Burton Albion – Mansfield TownEFL Trophy | 2:1 | 4 | 18 | 0 |
| 10.10.2023 | Grimsby – BradfordEFL Trophy | 1:2 | 4 | 16 | 0 |
| 19.09.2023 | Shrewsbury – Brighton U21EFL Trophy | 0:0 | 5 | 25 | 0 |
| 12.09.2023 | Notts County – Wolves U21EFL Trophy | 1:2 | 3 | 16 | 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.
FAQ
How many cards does Paul Howard give per game?
On average 2.75 cards per game in 8 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 3.48).
Is Paul Howard a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Paul Howard officiates, the card count is −8% – profile: lenient. A red card appeared in 25% of these matches.
How often do matches with Paul Howard go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 13% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 38%. Both teams were booked in 50%.
Does Paul Howard give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 0% of matches refereed by Paul Howard.