K League 1 Regular Season - 15
Daejeon Citizen 1 - 2 FT FC Seoul
Match Events
Anderson Oliveira (L. Ruiz) 24'
Choi Jun 43'
HT
46' ↓ G. Ludwigson ↑Victor Bobsin
56' H. Lee
↓ Moon Seon-Min ↑Jeong Seung-Won 56'
Y. Al Arab 66'
69' ↓ Joao Victor ↑Jeong Jae-Hee
↓ H. Babec ↑Lee Seung-Mo 69'
70' Jeong Jae-Hee (Seo Jin-Su)
74' ↓ Yu Kang-Hyun ↑Joo Min-Kyu
74' ↓ H. Lee ↑Kim Min-Duk
85' A. Krivotsyuk
86' ↓ Kim Bong-Soo ↑Kang Yun-Sung
Lee Seung-Mo (Jeong Seung-Won) 88'
90'+1 Kim Min-Duk
↓ Song Min-Kyu ↑Cho Young-Wook 90'+2
Cho Young-Wook 90'+5
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Daejeon Citizen
Goalkeepers
Lee Chang-geun
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Defenders
Moon-hwan Kim
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Jo Seong-Kwon
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Anton Kryvotsiuk
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Kyu-hyun Park
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Midfielders
Kim Bong-Soo
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Jin-su Seo
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Lee Hyeon-sik
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Forwards
João Victor
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Kang Hyun Yu
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Gustav Ludwigson
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BENCH
Lee Jun-Seo
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Min-deok Kim
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Yun-seong Kang
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Jin-ya Kim
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Jae Suk Oh
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Victor Bobsin
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Kim Hyeon-uk
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Jae-hee Jeong
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Min-kyu Joo
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FC Seoul
Goalkeepers
Gu Sung-yun
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Defenders
Choi Jun
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Yazan Al-Arab
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Juan Antonio Ros
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Kim Jin-su
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Midfielders
Moon Seon-min
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Son Jeong-beom
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Hrvoje Babec
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Min-kyu Song
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Forwards
Anderson Oliveira
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Leonardo Ruiz
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BENCH
Im Joon-Seob
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Seong-hun Park
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Lee Han-do
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Soo-il Park
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Seung-Won Jeong
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Lee Seung-mo
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Hwang Do-yoon
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Cho Young-wook
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Gbato Seloh Samuel
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/18/2026 | FC Seoul | 0 - 1 | Daejeon Citizen | K League 1 | Seoul World Cup Stadium |
| 11/01/2025 | Daejeon Citizen | 3 - 1 | FC Seoul | K League 1 | Daejeon World Cup Stadium |
| 07/27/2025 | Daejeon Citizen | 0 - 1 | FC Seoul | K League 1 | Daejeon World Cup Stadium |
| 05/10/2025 | Daejeon Citizen | 0 - 0 | FC Seoul | K League 1 | Daejeon World Cup Stadium |
| 04/12/2025 | FC Seoul | 2 - 2 | Daejeon Citizen | K League 1 | Seoul World Cup Stadium |
| 09/14/2024 | FC Seoul | 2 - 3 | Daejeon Citizen | K League 1 | Seoul World Cup Stadium |
| 07/10/2024 | FC Seoul | 2 - 1 | Daejeon Citizen | K League 1 | Seoul World Cup Stadium |
| 04/27/2024 | Daejeon Citizen | 3 - 1 | FC Seoul | K League 1 | Daejeon World Cup Stadium |
| 12/02/2023 | Daejeon Citizen | 2 - 2 | FC Seoul | K League 1 | Daejeon World Cup Stadium |
| 08/13/2023 | Daejeon Citizen | 4 - 3 | FC Seoul | K League 1 | Daejeon World Cup Stadium |
04/18/2026
11/01/2025
07/27/2025
05/10/2025
04/12/2025
09/14/2024
07/10/2024
04/27/2024
12/02/2023
08/13/2023
Daejeon Citizen Win
FC Seoul Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 15 GD: +15
P: 15 GD: +9
P: 15 GD: +2
P: 15 GD: +9
P: 15 GD: 0
P: 15 GD: +4
P: 15 GD: +3
P: 15 GD: -3
P: 15 GD: -4
P: 15 GD: +1
P: 15 GD: -6
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Seoul | 15 | 32 | 27 | 12 | +15 | |
| 2 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 15 | 26 | 22 | 20 | +2 | |
| 3 | Jeonbuk Motors | 15 | 26 | 21 | 12 | +9 | |
| 4 | Gangwon FC | 15 | 24 | 19 | 10 | +9 | |
| 5 | Pohang Steelers | 15 | 22 | 12 | 12 | 0 | |
| 6 | Incheon United | 15 | 21 | 21 | 17 | +4 | |
| 7 | FC Anyang | 15 | 20 | 19 | 16 | +3 | |
| 8 | Jeju United FC | 15 | 18 | 13 | 16 | -3 | |
| 9 | Bucheon FC 1995 | 15 | 17 | 11 | 15 | -4 | |
| 10 | Daejeon Citizen | 15 | 16 | 17 | 16 | +1 | |
| 11 | Gimcheon Sangmu FC | 15 | 14 | 15 | 21 | -6 | |
| 12 | Gwangju FC | 15 | 7 | 7 | 37 | -30 |
P: 15 GD: +15
P: 15 GD: +2
P: 15 GD: +9
P: 15 GD: +9
P: 15 GD: 0
P: 15 GD: +4
P: 15 GD: +3
P: 15 GD: -3
P: 15 GD: -4
P: 15 GD: +1
P: 15 GD: -6
P: 15 GD: -30
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
A Dagger to Daejeon Hearts
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 68/100. In a clash heavily weighed by contrasting ambitions, a late strike secured top-tier bragging rights for the league leaders while leaving the hosts anchored near the drop zone.
First Blood to the Leaders
Daejeon Citizen controlled possession at the Daejeon World Cup Stadium, managing 56% of the ball as they attempted to dictate the tempo against the runaway leaders. However, the immense Stakes of their unfolding relegation battle meant a palpable sense of anxiety gripped the home supporters. FC Seoul, displaying the trademark swagger of a team marching towards a title, absorbed the early pressure before striking with clinical precision in the 24th minute. L. Ruiz expertly split the defensive line to find Anderson Oliveira, who made no mistake with a cool finish. The visitors were entirely comfortable operating without the ball, using a disciplined defensive shape to frustrate their struggling opponents heading into the break.
Daejeon Restores Hope
Coming out of the tunnel, the hosts cranked up the Intensity, desperate to salvage something from this crucial fixture. Their relentless attacking intent transformed the midfield into a battleground, forcing the leaders onto the back foot. The persistence finally paid dividends in the 70th minute when a sweeping move saw Seo Jin-Su deliver a perfect ball into the path of Jeong Jae-Hee, who fired past the helpless goalkeeper. The stadium erupted as the net bulged, momentarily throwing a wrench into the title race. The delicate Balance of the match was entirely upended as momentum swung wildly, setting the stage for a frantic, end-to-end finale where both managers threw caution to the wind.
A Late Dagger
Just as an inspiring stalemate seemed the most likely outcome, the visitors showcased exactly why they sit comfortably at the summit of South Korean football. With the clock ticking down to the 88th minute, Jeong Seung-Won carved out a moment of magic, finding the late arrival of Lee Seung-Mo. The midfielder’s decisive strike silenced the home crowd, snatching all three points and delivering a devastating late blow. This dramatic winner keeps FC Seoul firmly in the driving seat with 32 points, underscoring their championship credentials. Conversely, the cruel reality of the late collapse leaves Daejeon anchored in 9th place, facing a steep uphill climb to escape the dreaded relegation zone with 24 games remaining.
Key Questions
How dramatic was the late winner by Lee Seung-Mo?
Lee Seung-Mo’s 88th-minute strike shattered Daejeon's hard-fought parity, delivering a devastating blow to the hosts and securing a vital win for the leaders.
What does this mean for Daejeon Citizen's season?
Stuck on 16 points in 9th place, Daejeon remains entrenched in the K League 1 relegation battle, putting immense pressure on their upcoming fixtures.
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.
FC Seoul's Title Credentials Face Daejeon Roadblock
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 79/100. This clash at Daejeon World Cup Stadium could define FC Seoul's championship trajectory while severely testing a desperate home side.
The Setup
Sitting pretty at the top of the K League 1, FC Seoul arrive with an imposing away record that demands respect. They face a Daejeon Citizen squad languishing in eighth and utterly desperate, having failed to secure a single home win this campaign. Despite this stark contrast in raw results, an exceptionally high Balance rating suggests the hosts will drag Seoul into a grueling, tactical contest. A modest Form rating for the hosts masks their urgency, but the soaring Stakes of a genuine title race mean the visiting league leaders cannot afford even the slightest slip-up.
Key Battle
With Daejeon likely to sit deep and look to frustrate the visitors, the tactical war will unfold entirely between their rigid backline and Seoul's fluid attacking unit. The league leaders will look to J. Lingard to provide the necessary Stars quality to unlock a stubborn, low-block defence.
Our Prediction
Expect a gritty and tightly contested away win. On May 16, 2026, Daejeon will make life incredibly difficult, turning the midfield into a war of attrition. However, FC Seoul's undeniable pedigree on the road will eventually shine through, with their attackers patiently wearing down the hosts to find a late, decisive breakthrough.