Andres Merlos: referee stats
Andres Merlos (Argentina) has shown 4.54 cards per game in 130 analysed matches — −12% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: lenient.
Lenient · −12%Upcoming matches with Andres Merlos
Belgrano Cordoba – Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto
20.09 22:15 · Liga Profesional Argentina · Exp. cards: 4.5 (league avg 5.2)
| Line | Over | Under | Market |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | 1.84 | 1.84 | 50% |
Average pre-match odds from 3 bookmakers; market probability without the margin. For information only.
Referee radar
Percentile among 2950 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)
Andres Merlos by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liga Profesional Argentina Argentina | 95 | 4.73 | 5.27 | −10% | 16% | 26% |
| Copa de la Liga Profesional Argentina | 27 | 3.89 | 5.02 | −17% | 7% | 19% |
| CONMEBOL Sudamericana World | 3 | 4.67 | 4.90 | −1% | 0% | 33% |
| CONMEBOL Libertadores World | 2 | 3.00 | 5.41 | −9% | 0% | 0% |
| Primera Nacional Argentina | 2 | 6.50 | 4.81 | +6% | 50% | 50% |
| Super Copa Argentina | 1 | 3.00 | 3.00 | +0% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Andres Merlos
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13.09.2026 | Tigre – Rosario CentralLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:1 | 8 | 21 | 1 |
| 06.09.2026 | Lanus – Defensa Y JusticiaLiga Profesional Argentina | 1:0 | 4 | 25 | 0 |
| 22.08.2026 | Atletico Tucuman – Instituto CordobaLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:0 | 5 | 11 | 0 |
| 14.08.2026 | Racing Club – BanfieldLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:1 | 4 | 20 | 0 |
| 08.08.2026 | Deportivo Riestra – Estudiantes L.P.Liga Profesional Argentina | 2:0 | 7 | 29 | 1 |
| 02.08.2026 | Newells Old Boys – Boca JuniorsLiga Profesional Argentina | 2:2 | 5 | 23 | 0 |
| 31.07.2026 | Central Cordoba de Santiago – Atletico TucumanLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:2 | 2 | 23 | 0 |
| 24.07.2026 | Velez Sarsfield – Instituto CordobaLiga Profesional Argentina | 1:0 | 4 | 16 | 0 |
| 12.05.2026 | Belgrano Cordoba – Union Santa FeLiga Profesional Argentina | 2:0 | 4 | 12 | 0 |
| 05.05.2026 | Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto – Instituto CordobaLiga Profesional Argentina | 0:2 | 3 | 21 | 0 |
| 19.04.2026 | Rosario Central – Sarmiento JuninLiga Profesional Argentina | 2:1 | 1 | 21 | 0 |
| 11.04.2026 | Boca Juniors – IndependienteLiga Profesional Argentina | 1:1 | 3 | 24 | 1 |
| 07.04.2026 | Instituto Cordoba – Defensa Y JusticiaLiga Profesional Argentina | 2:0 | 4 | 20 | 0 |
| 22.03.2026 | Belgrano Cordoba – Racing ClubLiga Profesional Argentina | 1:2 | 7 | 25 | 0 |
| 10.03.2026 | Independiente – Union Santa FeLiga Profesional Argentina | 4:4 | 2 | 22 | 2 |
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 Andres Merlos give per game?
On average 4.54 cards per game in 130 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 5.19).
Is Andres Merlos a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Andres Merlos officiates, the card count is −12% – profile: lenient. A red card appeared in 25% of these matches.
How often do matches with Andres Merlos go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 47% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 65%. Both teams were booked in 80%.
Does Andres Merlos give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 14% of matches refereed by Andres Merlos.
Which match will Andres Merlos referee next?
Belgrano Cordoba – Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto (Liga Profesional Argentina) on 20.09.2026. Card probabilities for this match are shown above.