K League 1 Regular Season - 1

Daejeon Citizen 1 - 1 FT FC Anyang

Daejeon World Cup Stadium

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Futmetrix Verdict
73
FT
Mon, Mar 2
한국어
Daejeon Citizen
1-1
FC Anyang
⚡ Intensity 80
⚖️ Balance 51
🏆 Stakes 50
🎲 Upset 0
Late penalty miss seals tight draw.

Late Penalty Heartbreak Leaves Spoils Shared in Daejeon

Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 73/100. A chaotic 1-1 draw marked by late penalty drama leaves both struggling sides frustrated but inseparable in the early K League 1 standings.

The Stalemate Breaks

Under the lights at Daejeon World Cup Stadium, two sides desperate for momentum clashed in a gritty early-season encounter. The Stakes were evident right from the opening exchanges, with Daejeon Citizen and FC Anyang both hovering dangerously close to the bottom of the K League 1 table. The hosts quickly asserted their authority and dominated possession, holding the ball for long stretches and mounting relentless wide attacks. However, Anyang's deep defensive block proved incredibly stubborn, absorbing the pressure and waiting patiently for the right moment to counter-attack. A barrage of 16 shots from the hosts turned the pitch into a shooting gallery, yet the high Balance of the opening half reflected a tactical chess match where neither side could find the decisive edge. Goalkeepers at both ends were heavily tested early on, producing brilliant stops to keep the attackers entirely frustrated before the break.

Trading Blows

The match finally ignited and burst into life in the 54th minute. Joo Min-Kyu threaded a brilliant, defense-splitting pass through the Anyang lines, finding Seo Jin-Su who finished with clinical precision to put the hosts ahead. This vital breakthrough shifted the entire game's dynamic, driving the Intensity through the roof as the visitors scrambled aggressively for an immediate response. They did not have to wait very long to find their lifeline. Less than ten minutes later, absolute chaos in the Daejeon penalty area resulted in a crucial spot-kick for the away side. Matheus Oliveira stepped up with ice in his veins, calmly dispatching the penalty to level the scoreline at 1-1. Despite seeing just 36 percent of the ball, Anyang proved incredibly efficient, matching their opponents blow for blow and turning the contest into a frantic, end-to-end spectacle.

The Final Twist

With the clock rapidly winding down, Daejeon pushed desperately for a late winner to secure maximum points. The dramatic climax arrived right in the 90th minute when the referee controversially pointed to the spot once more, giving the home side a golden opportunity to steal the victory. Kim Hyeon-Ug stepped up to take on the responsibility, but the immense pressure proved too much. His devastating missed penalty sent a collective groan echoing across Daejeon World Cup Stadium. This incredible final twist ensured the points were shared, leaving both teams stranded on six points in the standings. The result does little to pull either side away from the relegation fight, but the resilient away performance from Anyang and the sheer late drama will linger long in the memory of everyone watching.

Key Questions

Was the penalty miss by Kim Hyeon-Ug the turning point?

Yes, his 90th-minute miss was the ultimate climax, denying Daejeon all three points and cementing a frustrating 1-1 draw.

How dramatic was the late winner by Kim Hyeon-Ug?

There was no late winner—Kim Hyeon-Ug missed a crucial 90th-minute penalty, leaving the thrilling contest locked at a 1-1 stalemate instead.

What is the Futmetrix Score?

The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.

Match Statistics

Possession
64%
36%
Daejeon Citizen 64%
FC Anyang 36%
Shots
16
8
Daejeon Citizen 16
FC Anyang 8
Shots on Target
5
6
Daejeon Citizen 5
FC Anyang 6
Corners
6
3
Daejeon Citizen 6
FC Anyang 3
Yellow Cards
5
4
Daejeon Citizen 5
FC Anyang 4
Red Cards
0
0
Daejeon Citizen 0
FC Anyang 0

Match Events

Choi Geon-Joo 🟨 20'
33' 🟨 Ha Chang-Rae
Kim Jung-Hyun 🟨 39'
42' 🟨 Kim Moon-Hwan
43' 🟨 Lee Soon-Min
HT
54' Seo Jin-Su (Joo Min-Kyu)
Matheus Oliveira 63'
Kwon Kyung-Won 🟨 65'
68' 🔄 Lee Soon-Min Diogo Oliveira
68' 🔄 Seo Jin-Su Victor Bobsin
Kim Jung-Hyun Lee Jin-Yong 🔄 71'
Lee Chang-Yong Kim Ji-hun 🔄 79'
I. Jukic Breno Herculano 🔄 79'
79' 🔄 Joo Min-Kyu Kim Hyeon-Ug
83' 🟨 Kim Bong-Soo
Choi Geon-Joo Kim Young-Chan 🔄 86'
Choe Gyu-hyeon Chae Hyun-woo 🔄 86'
87' 🔄 Joao Victor M. Ishida
90'+3 🟨 Victor Bobsin
Kim Ji-hun 🟨 90'+4
90'+11 Kim Hyeon-Ug (Kim Hyeon-Ug)
FT

Player Cards

Our take on every player in this match

Daejeon Citizen

Goalkeepers
Lee Chang-geun
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Defenders
Moon-hwan Kim
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Chang-rae Ha
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Min-deok Kim
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Myeong-jae Lee
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Midfielders
João Victor
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Kim Bong-Soo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Soon-min Lee
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Gustav Ludwigson
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Forwards
Min-kyu Joo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Jin-su Seo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
BENCH
Lee Jun-Seo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Yun-seong Kang
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Lim Jong Eun
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Victor Bobsin
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Kim Hyeon-uk
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Diogo Oliveira
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Masatoshi Ishida
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

FC Anyang

Goalkeepers
Jung-hoon Kim
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Defenders
Chang-yong Lee
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Kyung-won Kwon
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Thomas Oude Kotte
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Midfielders
Tae-heui Lee
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Jung-hyun Kim
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Gyu-hyeon Choe
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Dong-jin Kim
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Forwards
Geon-Joo Choi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Ivan Jukić
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Matheus Oliveira
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
BENCH
Byeong-keun Hwang
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Kim Ji-Hoon
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Yeong-chan Kim
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Kang Ji-hun
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Hyun-woo Ju
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Jin-yong Lee
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Bo-kyung Kim
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Breno Herculano
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Chae Hyun-woo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
08/24/2025 FC Anyang 3 - 2 Daejeon Citizen K League 1 Anyang Stadium
05/31/2025 FC Anyang 1 - 1 Daejeon Citizen K League 1 Anyang Stadium
05/03/2025 Daejeon Citizen 2 - 1 FC Anyang K League 1 Daejeon World Cup Stadium
09/21/2022 FC Anyang 0 - 1 Daejeon Citizen K League 2 Anyang Stadium
08/21/2022 Daejeon Citizen 2 - 3 FC Anyang K League 2 Daejeon World Cup Stadium
06/18/2022 FC Anyang 2 - 2 Daejeon Citizen K League 2 Anyang Stadium
03/12/2022 Daejeon Citizen 1 - 1 FC Anyang K League 2 Daejeon World Cup Stadium
11/07/2021 FC Anyang 1 - 3 Daejeon Citizen K League 2 Anyang Stadium
10/23/2021 Daejeon Citizen 3 - 1 FC Anyang K League 2 Daejeon World Cup Stadium
08/24/2025
K League 1 Anyang Stadium
05/31/2025
K League 1 Anyang Stadium
05/03/2025
K League 1 Daejeon World Cup Stadium
09/21/2022
K League 2 Anyang Stadium
08/21/2022
K League 2 Daejeon World Cup Stadium
06/18/2022
K League 2 Anyang Stadium
03/12/2022
K League 2 Daejeon World Cup Stadium
11/07/2021
K League 2 Anyang Stadium
10/23/2021
K League 2 Daejeon World Cup Stadium
Daejeon Citizen Win
FC Anyang Win
Draw