José María Sánchez Martínez has officiated 402 matches on record, averaging 4.1 cards and 21.3 fouls per game — a firm official. A player is dismissed roughly once every 4 games, and the spot is pointed to 0.20 times per match. Home teams win 46% of matches under him, drawing 24% and losing 30%. Most active in the La Liga (213 matches). 38% of his bookings come after the 75th minute, with the first card around the 33'. He cards more than 53% of La Liga 2025/2026 referees.