Michael Barlow: referee stats
Michael Barlow (England) has shown 3.30 cards per game in 54 analysed matches โ โ15% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: lenient.
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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)
Michael Barlow by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National League England | 25 | 3.68 | 4.07 | โ7% | 4% | 12% |
| League Two England | 20 | 3.25 | 4.11 | โ14% | 10% | 10% |
| League One England | 4 | 3.25 | 3.86 | โ4% | 0% | 0% |
| EFL Trophy England | 4 | 1.75 | 3.38 | โ12% | 0% | 0% |
| FA Cup England | 1 | 1.00 | 2.78 | โ4% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Michael Barlow
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (homeโaway) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01.09.2026 | Accrington ST โ GrimsbyLeague Two | 2:2 | 5 | 19 | 1 |
| 22.08.2026 | AFC Wimbledon โ ReadingLeague One | 0:0 | 5 | 28 | 0 |
| 08.08.2026 | Scunthorpe โ Yeovil TownNational League | 1:1 | 3 | โ | 0 |
| 25.04.2026 | Bristol Rovers โ CheltenhamLeague Two | 4:0 | 6 | 25 | 0 |
| 28.03.2026 | Swindon Town โ Fleetwood TownLeague Two | 1:1 | 7 | 25 | 0 |
| 24.03.2026 | Doncaster โ Port ValeLeague One | 1:0 | 3 | 26 | 0 |
| 14.03.2026 | Cambridge United โ GillinghamLeague Two | 5:0 | 3 | 26 | 0 |
| 24.02.2026 | Accrington ST โ BarnetLeague Two | 0:1 | 1 | 18 | 0 |
| 07.02.2026 | Notts County โ BarrowLeague Two | 2:1 | 4 | 25 | 0 |
| 19.12.2025 | Crewe โ Bristol RoversLeague Two | 1:1 | 6 | 30 | 0 |
| 13.12.2025 | Cheltenham โ Harrogate TownLeague Two | 1:1 | 3 | 25 | 1 |
| 29.11.2025 | Walsall โ BromleyLeague Two | 3:1 | 4 | 25 | 0 |
| 04.11.2025 | Grimsby โ Everton U21EFL Trophy | 5:3 | 2 | 22 | 0 |
| 20.09.2025 | Brackley Town โ Sutton UtdNational League | 1:0 | 5 | โ | 0 |
| 06.09.2025 | Forest Green โ HartlepoolNational League | 1:0 | 4 | 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 Michael Barlow give per game?
On average 3.30 cards per game in 54 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 3.99).
Is Michael Barlow a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Michael Barlow officiates, the card count is โ15% โ profile: lenient. A red card appeared in 9% of these matches.
How often do matches with Michael Barlow go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 32% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 39%. Both teams were booked in 65%.
Does Michael Barlow give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 6% of matches refereed by Michael Barlow.