A foul in football is essentially breaking the game’s rules, often aggressively. It’s not purely rough; it’s sometimes strategic and a savvy option for placing bets.

Our crafted player foul stats aim to give you a betting advantage. Here’s the rundown to maximize their potential.

Instant Information: Football Foul Stats Unveiled

The initial table showcases the players creating the most disturbance through fouls. Connor Gallagher reigns supreme in the Premier League, making him a top choice for betting on fouls and cards.

This player foul stats table covers:

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    Player name, club and starts and subs

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    Total number of fouls committed

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    Total cards

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    Yellow cards

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    Red cards

Fouls Drawn Stats Table

Meanwhile, the second table flips the script. It highlights players frequently fouled. They thrive opposite aggressive players and should catch your attention for both foul and card betting.

The table shows:

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    Player name, club, starts and subs

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    Fouls received (frequency of a player being fouled)

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    Dribbles

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    Penalties

Fouls are pivotal in football, steering tactics for both defense and attack. They also carve out exciting betting prospects, with more bookies tapping into markets for tackles, fouls, and cards.

Beyond just market odds, a foul near the goal opens scoring avenues, while a tactical foul can halt a goal in its tracks – all compelling data for goal, clean sheet punts and much more.

Fouls occur regularly, averaging 20.9 per Premier League game . Yet, some players seem naturally inclined to either commit or attract fouls. Our Premier League foul analysis shows you who’s leading this charge.

Fouls committed : This chart highlights the season’s toughest players in the Premier League. Pair this with some stats tackle stats to appreciate just how intense their gameplay is.

Player Club Start (Subs) Fouls Yellow Cards
Conor GallagherChelsea14 (0)342
J. Gomes da SilvaWolves11 (1)255
Iyenoma UdogieTottenham12 (0)255
Lucas PaquetáWest Ham13 (0)255
Abdoulaye DoucouréEverton14 (0)254

Fouls endured : Chronicles the players often getting fouled - or those adept at drawing fouls. They’re every defender’s challenge – explore the defending stats for proof.

Player Teams Starts (Subs) Fouls Drawn
Jordan AyewCrystal Palace13 (1)48
James MaddisonTottenham11 (0)30
Bruno GuimarãesNewcastle United13 (0)30
João PedroBrighton & Hove Albion4 (10)29
Lucas PaquetáWest Ham United13 (0)29

The Premier League’s history of fouls – which players have etched their names in this category?

Consider players like Eric Cantona or Joey Barton, famous hardmen of the Premier League. Fouls go hand in hand with their styles, but who tops the chart?

Player Clubs Matches Fouls Yellow Cards Red Cards
Gareth BarryTeams: Aston Villa, Manchester City, Everton, West Bromwich Albion6526331236
Kevin DaviesNames like Southampton, Blackburn, Bolton Wanderers may come to mind444605992
Marouane FellainiEverton, Manchester United340588553
James MilnerTeams capable of stirring excitement: Leeds United, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Manchester City, Liverpool, Brighton627499753
Ashley YoungConsider clubs such as Watford, Aston Villa, Manchester United, Everton435450833
Gabriel AgbonlahorAston Villa322439401
Antonio ValenciaWigan Athletic, Manchester United325426523
Peter CrouchDotted with names like Aston Villa, Southampton, Liverpool, Portsmouth, Tottenham, Stoke City, Burnley468425371
James McArthurWigan Athletic, Crystal Palace323424520
Lee CattermoleMiddlesbrough, Wigan Athletic, Sunderland271422887
*Note: The records mentioned reflect current stats, subject to update.

The Premier League’s foul records are nothing short of fascinating! Here are some curious tidbits about the data.

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    Topping our leaderboard, Gareth Barry is also the Premier League's most frequent yellow card recipient.

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    A whopping half of the top 10 players once wore Aston Villa colors.

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    Only three have appeared more times than they’ve fouled: Gareth Barry, James Milner, Peter Crouch.

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    James McArthur stands out, having never received a red card among this list.

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    The top red card receivers (8 each) aren’t here – Patrick Vieira, Duncan Ferguson, Richard Dunne.

Dive into myriad betting markets, all supported by our in-depth football foul statistics. These top picks can elevate your betting prowess:

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    Fouls committed : Stake your bets on players most likely to foul in a game. The foul record is your guide here.

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    Predict a foul : Bet on a player causing a foul in a specific half or throughout the game.

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    Total fouls per team : Bet over or under on a team's total fouls.

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    Winning fouls : Using 'fouls won' stats, wager on players likely to draw fouls.

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    Aggregate fouls won : Wager on how often a team gains freekicks or penalties from fouls.

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    Any card spectrum : Regular foulers tend to collect bookings. Bet on bookings, card points, and more. For additional intel, have a look at player card stats page.

Other important notes to remember:

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    Typically, bets cover 90 minutes plus extra time unless stated otherwise.

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    Offsides do not count as fouls.

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    Advantage plays don’t count a foul, even if the yellow card follows.

These shouldn’t stand alone, and the football stats centre boasts a treasure trove of insightful stats for crafting sharper bets.

Fouls and football are intertwined, and betting on fouls is just another avenue for strategic wagers. Leverage our player foul stats for data-driven betting, transcending mere instinct.

Within the player fouls stats table, find details on started matches, fouls committed, yellow and red cards, and accumulated card totals.

A foul occurs when a freekick or penalty results, signifying a concession.

A third into the Premier League season, Wolves lead in fouls averaging 13.5 per game, with Bournemouth at 12.7. Man City lays low with just 9.3.

Foul betting spans multiple angles, like player fouls, being fouled, team fouls, etc. Stats guide you on card predictions for card market bets.

Our table receives updates post-match, ensuring timely access always.

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Focused and passionate, Jeremy’s life orbits around sports. A fervent football fan, he thrives watching, playing, or discussing sports, pairing perfectly with an interest in betting – making sports writing a perfect fit.

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