James Bell: referee stats
James Bell (England) has shown 4.10 cards per game in 79 analysed matches โ +3% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: average.
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Percentile among 2787 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)
James Bell by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship England | 56 | 4.02 | 4.00 | +0% | 13% | 16% |
| League One England | 9 | 4.00 | 4.15 | โ2% | 11% | 0% |
| League Two England | 7 | 5.14 | 4.19 | +9% | 29% | 29% |
| League Cup England | 6 | 4.33 | 3.50 | +8% | 0% | 17% |
| FA WSL England | 1 | 1.00 | 2.89 | โ4% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by James Bell
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (homeโaway) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.09.2026 | Swansea โ BurnleyChampionship | 3:1 | 3 | 14 | 0 |
| 09.09.2026 | Derby โ West BromChampionship | 0:1 | 5 | 21 | 0 |
| 29.08.2026 | Bristol City โ PortsmouthChampionship | 2:1 | 3 | 21 | 1 |
| 25.08.2026 | Cardiff โ NorwichLeague Cup | 1:2 | 4 | 26 | 0 |
| 25.04.2026 | Chesterfield โ CreweLeague Two | 2:0 | 3 | 19 | 0 |
| 18.04.2026 | Leyton Orient โ RotherhamLeague One | 0:2 | 4 | 27 | 0 |
| 24.01.2026 | Birmingham โ Stoke CityChampionship | 1:1 | 2 | 17 | 0 |
| 01.01.2026 | Bristol City โ PortsmouthChampionship | 5:0 | 1 | 20 | 0 |
| 26.12.2025 | Middlesbrough โ BlackburnChampionship | 0:0 | 4 | 20 | 0 |
| 13.12.2025 | Norwich โ SouthamptonChampionship | 2:1 | 4 | 25 | 0 |
| 09.12.2025 | QPR โ BirminghamChampionship | 2:1 | 3 | 19 | 0 |
| 25.11.2025 | Watford โ PrestonChampionship | 1:1 | 6 | 21 | 0 |
| 05.11.2025 | QPR โ SouthamptonChampionship | 1:2 | 4 | 26 | 0 |
| 01.11.2025 | Stoke City โ Bristol CityChampionship | 5:1 | 3 | 23 | 0 |
| 25.10.2025 | Millwall โ LeicesterChampionship | 1:0 | 3 | 20 | 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 James Bell give per game?
On average 4.10 cards per game in 79 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 3.98).
Is James Bell a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where James Bell officiates, the card count is +3% โ profile: average. A red card appeared in 15% of these matches.
How often do matches with James Bell go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 39% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 56%. Both teams were booked in 81%.
Does James Bell give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 13% of matches refereed by James Bell.