Istvan Kovacs: referee stats
Istvan Kovacs (Romania) has shown 4.98 cards per game in 150 analysed matches โ +15% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: strict.
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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)
Istvan Kovacs by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liga I Romania | 61 | 5.07 | 4.51 | +11% | 31% | 23% |
| UEFA Champions League World | 28 | 4.79 | 4.14 | +11% | 14% | 29% |
| NB I Hungary | 16 | 5.13 | 4.69 | +6% | 38% | 19% |
| NB II Hungary | 8 | 4.50 | 3.51 | +11% | 38% | 25% |
| Pro League Saudi-Arabia | 8 | 4.75 | 4.22 | +6% | 38% | 13% |
| UEFA Europa League World | 6 | 5.50 | 4.47 | +9% | 33% | 17% |
| Gulf Cup of Nations World | 4 | 4.00 | 3.92 | +1% | 75% | 0% |
| World Cup - Qualification Europe World | 3 | 5.33 | 3.60 | +10% | 0% | 33% |
| Euro Championship - Qualification World | 3 | 6.00 | 4.40 | +9% | 33% | 33% |
| World Cup World | 2 | 1.50 | 2.62 | โ5% | 50% | 0% |
| Euro Championship World | 2 | 13.00 | 4.33 | +34% | 0% | 50% |
| UEFA Nations League World | 2 | 3.50 | 4.77 | โ5% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Istvan Kovacs
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (homeโaway) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05.09.2026 | Dinamo Bucuresti โ FCSBLiga I | 2:1 | 9 | 23 | 1 |
| 28.08.2026 | Al Khaleej Saihat โ Al-Hilal Saudi FCPro League | 1:5 | 2 | 12 | 1 |
| 25.08.2026 | Sabah FA โ Hapoel Beer ShevaUEFA Champions League | 5:2 | 4 | 35 | 0 |
| 22.08.2026 | Uta Arad โ Corvinul HunedoaraLiga I | 0:0 | 6 | 37 | 0 |
| 15.08.2026 | Nyiregyhaza โ Kisvarda FCNB I | 2:1 | 5 | โ | 0 |
| 14.08.2026 | FC Voluntari โ Petrolul PloiestiLiga I | 1:2 | 8 | 28 | 1 |
| 11.08.2026 | Bodo/Glimt โ Union St. GilloiseUEFA Champions League | 3:2 | 5 | 21 | 0 |
| 01.08.2026 | Chengdu Better City โ Wuhan Three TownsSuper League | 1:1 | 3 | 15 | 1 |
| 25.07.2026 | Dinamo Bucuresti โ Universitatea CraiovaLiga I | 5:1 | 4 | 21 | 1 |
| 28.06.2026 | Jordan โ ArgentinaWorld Cup | 1:3 | 3 | 20 | 1 |
| 21.06.2026 | Tunisia โ JapanWorld Cup | 0:4 | 0 | 23 | 0 |
| 24.05.2026 | FCSB โ FC BotosaniLiga I | 4:3 | 7 | 38 | 2 |
| 08.05.2026 | CFR 1907 Cluj โ Universitatea CraiovaLiga I | 0:0 | 4 | 28 | 0 |
| 04.05.2026 | Unirea Slobozia โ AFC HermannstadtLiga I | 2:2 | 4 | 26 | 1 |
| 02.05.2026 | Kazincbarcikai โ Kisvarda FCNB I | 2:1 | 6 | โ | 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 Istvan Kovacs give per game?
On average 4.98 cards per game in 150 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 4.30).
Is Istvan Kovacs a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Istvan Kovacs officiates, the card count is +15% โ profile: strict. A red card appeared in 23% of these matches.
How often do matches with Istvan Kovacs go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 51% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 73%. Both teams were booked in 87%.
Does Istvan Kovacs give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 31% of matches refereed by Istvan Kovacs.