Foul statistics in football are an integral part of the sport. Fouls are a tactical element of the game, and teams with less possession are often known for committing more fouls.
Predicting foul statistics in football is very challenging. Much depends on the atmosphere of the match, the referee, and the teams' approach to the game. Fouls in football are classified as:
Referees also show yellow and red cards for tactical fouls and unsporting behavior.
Foul statistics in football typically range between 15 and 25 per match. Teams like Getafe and Puszcza Niepołomice are known for high foul counts, sometimes exceeding 15 fouls per game. In the foul statistics table on our site, you can find the teams with the highest foul rates across top European leagues.