James Durkin: referee stats
James Durkin (England) has shown 4.49 cards per game in 88 analysed matches โ +11% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: strict.
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Percentile among 2955 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 Durkin by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National League England | 27 | 4.78 | 4.07 | +13% | 19% | 33% |
| League Two England | 26 | 5.15 | 4.16 | +17% | 27% | 23% |
| League One England | 13 | 4.00 | 3.93 | +1% | 23% | 23% |
| Premier League 2 Division One England | 12 | 4.58 | 4.12 | +6% | 17% | 17% |
| EFL Trophy England | 6 | 3.00 | 3.34 | โ3% | 17% | 0% |
| FA Cup England | 3 | 1.67 | 3.03 | โ8% | 0% | 0% |
| National League Cup England | 1 | 2.00 | 2.34 | โ1% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by James Durkin
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (homeโaway) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14.09.2026 | West Ham United U21 โ Liverpool U21Premier League 2 Division One | 1:0 | 3 | โ | 0 |
| 28.08.2026 | Wealdstone โ CarlisleNational League | 1:1 | 5 | โ | 0 |
| 22.08.2026 | Colchester โ OldhamLeague Two | 2:1 | 8 | 31 | 1 |
| 15.08.2026 | Worthing โ Forest GreenNational League | 1:2 | 4 | โ | 0 |
| 15.04.2026 | Luton โ NorthamptonLeague One | 2:1 | 5 | 22 | 0 |
| 03.04.2026 | Chesterfield โ CheltenhamLeague Two | 1:0 | 2 | 17 | 0 |
| 17.02.2026 | Stevenage โ Port ValeLeague One | 2:1 | 5 | 22 | 0 |
| 27.01.2026 | Newport County โ Accrington STLeague Two | 1:4 | 10 | 19 | 0 |
| 17.01.2026 | AFC Wimbledon โ DoncasterLeague One | 0:1 | 7 | 28 | 0 |
| 01.01.2026 | Swindon Town โ GillinghamLeague Two | 2:0 | 7 | 21 | 0 |
| 26.12.2025 | Plymouth โ ReadingLeague One | 1:4 | 7 | 19 | 1 |
| 20.12.2025 | Bromley โ GrimsbyLeague Two | 2:0 | 5 | 26 | 0 |
| 09.12.2025 | Northampton โ HuddersfieldLeague One | 1:1 | 0 | 27 | 0 |
| 06.12.2025 | Exeter City โ WycombeFA Cup | 4:0 | 4 | โ | 0 |
| 02.12.2025 | Bristol Rovers โ Cambridge UnitedEFL Trophy | 2:2 | 6 | 30 | 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). 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 Durkin give per game?
On average 4.49 cards per game in 88 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 3.98).
Is James Durkin a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where James Durkin officiates, the card count is +11% โ profile: strict. A red card appeared in 23% of these matches.
How often do matches with James Durkin go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 48% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 65%. Both teams were booked in 78%.
Does James Durkin give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 21% of matches refereed by James Durkin.