Premier League Discipline 2012-13

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Welcome to the the 2012-13 Premier League season! A season that was as much about discipline as it was about dazzling goals and dramatic saves. This was a year when the referees’ red and yellow cards were as much in the spotlight as the players themselves. From the fiery tackles to the controversial send-offs, the 2012-13 season was a masterclass in the art of football discipline. Remember when Manchester United clinched their 20th league title? Or when Chelsea’s Eden Hazard saw red for an altercation with a ball boy? Those were just the tip of the iceberg! This page is your time machine back to those nail-biting moments, a comprehensive guide to the disciplinary records of the season. So, whether you’re a stats geek, a football trivia enthusiast, or a fan who loves the drama that unfolds on the pitch, this page is for you. Get ready to dive into the nitty-gritty of the Premier League Discipline 2012-13. It’s more than just football; it’s a testament to the passion, intensity, and yes, discipline, that makes this beautiful game what it is. Buckle up, folks, it’s going to be a wild ride!

PlayerTeamNumber
Steven PienaarEverton2
Steve SidwellFulham2
Bobby ZamoraQPR1
Branislav IvanovicChelsea1
Brede HangelandFulham1
Carl JenkinsonArsenal1
Carlton ColeWest Ham1
Charlie AdamStoke1
ChicoSwansea1
Christian BentekeAston Villa1
Ciaran ClarkAston Villa1
Craig GardnerSunderland1
Daniel AggerLiverpool1
Daniel FoxSouthampton1
Darron GibsonEverton1
David VaughanSunderland1
Dean WhiteheadStoke1
Emmanuel AdebayorTottenham1
Fabricio ColocciniNewcastle1
Fernando TorresChelsea1
Gaston RamirezSouthampton1
Goran PopovWest Brom1
Ismael Cheik TiotéNewcastle1
Jack WilshereArsenal1
James MilnerMan City1
Jonjo ShelveyLiverpool1
Jordi GómezWigan1
Joseph BennettAston Villa1
Laurent KoscielnyArsenal1
Marc-Antoine FortuneWest Brom1
Mark BunnNorwich1
Mathieu DebuchyNewcastle1
Maynor FigueroaWigan1
Nathan DyerSwansea1
Olivier GiroudArsenal1
Pavel PogrebnyakReading1
Per MertesackerArsenal1
Peter OdemwingieWest Brom1
PlayerTeam1
RafaelMan United1
RemiresChelsea1
Robert ElliotNewcastle1
Ryan ShottonStoke1
Samba DiakitéQPR1
Samir NasriMan City1
Stéphane M'BiaQPR1
Stephane SessegnonSunderland1
Steven NzonziStoke1
Tom HuddlestoneTottenham1
Vincent KompanyMan City1
Youssuf MulumbuWest Brom1
Total Red Cards2012-1353

Premier League Discipline 2012-13: A Season of Cards

The 2012-13 Premier League season was a thrilling ride, filled with spectacular goals, nail-biting finishes, and of course, a fair share of disciplinary actions. The season saw a total of 53 red cards and a staggering 1178 yellow cards, painting a vivid picture of the intensity and competitiveness of the league.

Red Cards Galore

During the 2012-13 season, 51 players saw red, contributing to a total of 53 dismissals. These dismissals, often game-changing moments, added an extra layer of drama and suspense to the matches. The red card, a symbol of severe punishment for on-field misconduct, was brandished more than a few times, highlighting the high stakes and passionate play that characterizes the Premier League.

A Sea of Yellow

Yellow cards, a cautionary measure for various infringements, were a common sight throughout the season. The referees issued a whopping 1178 yellow cards, a testament to the fiercely contested nature of the games. These cautions served as a constant reminder for players to adhere to the rules of the game, while also adding an element of caution to their play.

PlayerClubNationalityNumber
Craig GardnerSunderland England10
Bradley JohnsonNorwich City England10
Matthew LowtonAston Villa England10
Luis SuárezLiverpoolUruguay10
James CollinsWest Ham United Wales9
Stéphane MbiaQueens Park RangersCameroon9
Steven NzonziStoke City France9
Leon OsmanEverton England9
James PerchNewcastle United England9
Morgan SchneiderlinSouthampton France9
Ryan ShawcrossStoke City England9
Dean WhiteheadStoke City England9
Yohan CabayeNewcastle United France8
Gary CaldwellWigan AthleticScotland8
Marouane FellainiEverton Belgium8
Jonás GutiérrezNewcastle United Argentina8
Clint HillQueens Park RangersEngland8
Grant HoltNorwich City England8
Billy JonesWest Bromwich Albion England8
David LuizChelsea Brazil8
Moussa SissokoTottenham Hotspur France6
James Ward-ProwseSouthampton England6
Harry WinksTottenham Hotspur England6
Winston ReidWest Ham United New Zealand8
RamiresChelsea Brazil8
Robert SnodgrassNorwich City Scotland8
Mike WilliamsonNewcastle United England8

Club-Wise Discipline

Disciplinary actions were not limited to individual players. The clubs themselves amassed a significant number of red and yellow cards over the course of the season. This club-wise tally of disciplinary actions provides an interesting perspective on the overall conduct of the teams. It’s a fascinating study of how discipline, or the lack of it, can impact a team’s performance over a season.

RED CARDSYELLOW CARDS
ClubNo.ClubNo.
Arsenal5Stoke City78
Newcastle United4West Ham United74
Stoke City4Aston Villa72
West Bromwich Albion4Newcastle United71
Aston Villa3Wigan Athletic66
Chelsea3West Bromwich Albion63
Everton3Manchester City62
Fulham3Sunderland62
Manchester City3Norwich City60
Queens Park Rangers3Queens Park Rangers59
Sunderland3Everton58
Liverpool2Swansea City58
Southampton2Manchester United57
Swansea City2Tottenham Hotspur55
Tottenham Hotspur2Liverpool54
Wigan Athletic2Chelsea51
Manchester United1Fulham48
Norwich City1Reading45
Reading1Southampton43
West Ham United1Arsenal42
Total Red Cards52Total Yellow Cards1178

So, whether you’re a casual fan or a football fanatic, the 2012-13 Premier League season offered a fascinating insight into the disciplinary aspect of the beautiful game. It’s a reminder that while skill and strategy are crucial, discipline is equally important in the high-octane world of Premier League football.

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