Igor Pajač: referee stats
Igor Pajač (Croatia) has shown 4.08 cards per game in 75 analysed matches — −4% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: average.
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Percentile among 2790 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)
Igor Pajač by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HNL Croatia | 42 | 4.45 | 4.42 | +1% | 12% | 10% |
| UEFA Europa League World | 11 | 3.55 | 4.37 | −10% | 0% | 18% |
| First NL Croatia | 6 | 2.83 | 2.77 | +1% | 0% | 17% |
| UEFA Europa Conference League World | 5 | 4.20 | 4.69 | −4% | 40% | 20% |
| UEFA Champions League World | 3 | 1.67 | 4.12 | −13% | 0% | 0% |
| World Cup - Qualification Europe World | 3 | 3.00 | 3.60 | −3% | 33% | 0% |
| UEFA Nations League World | 2 | 8.00 | 4.77 | +12% | 50% | 0% |
| Cup Greece | 1 | 4.00 | 4.83 | −2% | 0% | 0% |
| Pro League Saudi-Arabia | 1 | 4.00 | 4.50 | −1% | 100% | 0% |
| 1. Division Cyprus | 1 | 4.00 | 4.98 | −2% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Igor Pajač
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30.08.2026 | NK Osijek – NK Slaven BelupoHNL | 3:0 | 1 | 31 | 0 |
| 23.08.2026 | HNK Rijeka – Istra 1961HNL | 3:2 | 1 | 21 | 1 |
| 20.08.2026 | Trabzonspor – Ferencvarosi TCUEFA Europa League | 0:1 | 6 | 27 | 0 |
| 14.08.2026 | KI Klaksvik – Lech PoznanUEFA Europa League | 0:5 | 6 | 24 | 0 |
| 10.05.2026 | NK Osijek – Istra 1961HNL | 0:1 | 8 | 22 | 0 |
| 26.04.2026 | Apoel Nicosia – Pafos1. Division | 3:3 | 4 | — | 0 |
| 21.04.2026 | HNK Hajduk Split – NK OsijekHNL | 0:1 | 3 | 23 | 0 |
| 08.04.2026 | HNK Rijeka – NK Slaven BelupoCup | 2:0 | 2 | — | 0 |
| 22.03.2026 | NK Slaven Belupo – NK OsijekHNL | 0:0 | 4 | 24 | 0 |
| 12.03.2026 | Crystal Palace – AEK LarnacaUEFA Europa Conference League | 0:0 | 1 | 18 | 0 |
| 08.03.2026 | Vukovar – HNK RijekaHNL | 0:1 | 1 | 26 | 1 |
| 01.02.2026 | NK Osijek – HNK RijekaHNL | 1:0 | 5 | 31 | 0 |
| 22.01.2026 | SC Braga – Nottingham ForestUEFA Europa League | 1:0 | 7 | 28 | 0 |
| 19.12.2025 | NK Varazdin – Istra 1961HNL | 1:3 | 6 | 24 | 0 |
| 07.12.2025 | NK Osijek – Istra 1961HNL | 1:5 | 4 | 30 | 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 Igor Pajač give per game?
On average 4.08 cards per game in 75 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.28).
Is Igor Pajač a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Igor Pajač officiates, the card count is −4% – profile: average. A red card appeared in 11% of these matches.
How often do matches with Igor Pajač 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 73%.
Does Igor Pajač give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 13% of matches refereed by Igor Pajač.