K League 1 Gameweek 7
FC Seoul 1 - 0 FT Jeonbuk Motors
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Futmetrix Verdict
43
Coventry
vs
Newcastle
Mon, Oct 12 • 19:00 UTC
⚡ Form
47
⚖️ Balance
95
🏆 Stakes
0
⭐ Stars
72
Coventry's survival bid meets Newcastle's inconsistency.
Futmetrix Verdict
66
FT
Mon, Oct 12
Atalanta
3-1
Venezia
⚡ Intensity
86
⚖️ Balance
31
🏆 Stakes
0
🎲 Upset
0
Atalanta strike early, Venezia stay sunk.
Futmetrix Verdict
59
FT
Mon, Oct 12
Al-Wasl FC
1-3
Al-Ahli Jeddah
⚡ Intensity
63
⚖️ Balance
54
🏆 Stakes
12
🎲 Upset
0
Clinical Al-Ahli secure vital away victory.
Match Events
HT
↓ Kim Jin-gyu ↑Lee Seung-Woo 46'
46' ↓ Lee Seung-Mo ↑J. Son
↓ Kim Seung-Sub ↑Maeng Seong-Ung 70'
↓ Bruno Mota ↑Tiago Orobo 70'
75' ↓ Jeong Seung-Won ↑Moon Seon-Min
Kim Tae-Hwan 83'
↓ Lee Dong-Jun ↑Lee Yeong-Jae 83'
90'+5 P. Klimala (Y. Al Arab)
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
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
Jeong Seung-won
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Lee Seung-mo
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Hrvoje Babec
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Song Min-kyu
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Forwards
Patryk Klimala
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Cho Young-wook
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BENCH
Kang Hyeon-mu
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Lee Han-do
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Park Soo-il
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Park Seong-hun
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Son Jeong-beom
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Hwang Do-yoon
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Moon Seon-min
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Samuel Gbato
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Leonardo Acevedo
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Jeonbuk Motors
Goalkeepers
Song Bum-Keun
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Defenders
Tae-hwan Kim
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Cho Wi-Je
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Yeong-bin Kim
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Choi Woo-jin
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Midfielders
Oberdan
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Kim Jin-Gyu
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Dong-jun Lee
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Kang Sang-Yun
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Seung-seob Kim
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Forwards
Bruno Mota
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BENCH
Ju-hyeon Lee
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Kim Ha-Jun
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Je-un Yeon
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Lee Sang-myung
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Seung-Woo Lee
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Seong-ung Maeng
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Yeong-jae Lee
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João Gamboa
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Tiago Orobó
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/01/2026 | Jeonbuk Motors | 0 - 0 | FC Seoul | K League 1 | Jeonju World Cup Stadium |
| 04/11/2026 | FC Seoul | 1 - 0 | Jeonbuk Motors | K League 1 | Seoul World Cup Stadium |
| 11/30/2025 | Jeonbuk Motors | 2 - 1 | FC Seoul | K League 1 | Jeonju World Cup Stadium |
| 09/27/2025 | FC Seoul | 1 - 1 | Jeonbuk Motors | K League 1 | Seoul World Cup Stadium |
| 07/02/2025 | FC Seoul | 0 - 1 | Jeonbuk Motors | FA Cup | Seoul World Cup Stadium |
| 06/21/2025 | Jeonbuk Motors | 1 - 1 | FC Seoul | K League 1 | Jeonju World Cup Stadium |
| 05/03/2025 | FC Seoul | 0 - 1 | Jeonbuk Motors | K League 1 | Seoul World Cup Stadium |
| 09/01/2024 | Jeonbuk Motors | 0 - 0 | FC Seoul | K League 1 | Jeonju World Cup Stadium |
| 06/29/2024 | Jeonbuk Motors | 1 - 5 | FC Seoul | K League 1 | Jeonju World Cup Stadium |
| 04/20/2024 | FC Seoul | 2 - 3 | Jeonbuk Motors | K League 1 | Seoul World Cup Stadium |
08/01/2026
04/11/2026
11/30/2025
09/27/2025
07/02/2025
06/21/2025
05/03/2025
09/01/2024
06/29/2024
04/20/2024
FC Seoul Win
Jeonbuk Motors Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +12
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -1
P: 7 GD: -1
P: 7 GD: -1
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -1
P: 7 GD: -2
League Standings
P: 31 GD: +32
P: 31 GD: +4
P: 31 GD: +10
P: 31 GD: +5
P: 31 GD: +9
P: 31 GD: +10
P: 31 GD: +6
P: 31 GD: -8
P: 31 GD: -9
P: 31 GD: -7
P: 31 GD: -11
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
FC Seoul
Jeonbuk Motors
FC Seoul
Jeonbuk Motors
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Klimala's Late Heroics Keep Seoul at the Summit
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 27/100. A gritty top-of-the-table clash exploded in the final seconds as FC Seoul snatched all three points to maintain their unbeaten league run and assert their title aspirations.
Early Tactical Stalemate
The Stakes were sky-high for this highly anticipated clash under the lights at Seoul World Cup Stadium. League leaders FC Seoul came into this fixture protecting an unbeaten record, while Jeonbuk Motors arrived desperate to close the gap in an emerging title race. The visitors edged possession early on, controlling 54% of the ball and operating with clear intent. They pressed aggressively in the midfield and managed to carve out five shots on target throughout the grinding contest, constantly testing the home defense. However, the home side effectively absorbed the sustained pressure, relying heavily on a deeply organized defensive shape rather than chasing outright attacking dominance. The Balance of play predictably shifted back and forth, but a severe lack of cutting edge in the final third left the net completely untouched before the halftime whistle blew.
The 95th-Minute Eruption
Both sides continued to struggle to break the frustrating deadlock in a match increasingly defined by a lack of clear-cut attacking output. The hosts managed a mere three shots on target all night, rarely threatening the opposition goalkeeper. An incredibly high Intensity rating accurately tells the true story of a bruising, physical second half filled with tactical fouls, heavy challenges, and resolute defensive stands from both camps. But top-flight football is ultimately a game of fleeting, decisive moments. Deep into second-half stoppage time, with the referee poised to blow his whistle, the script flipped entirely on its head. Y. Al Arab suddenly found a rare pocket of space just outside the box. He possessed the vision to deliver a perfectly weighted, crucial ball forward. The mounting tension around the stadium was palpable as the clock ticked past 90 minutes.
Seoul's Summit Survives
Then came the ultimate killer blow. P. Klimala latched onto the decisive pass in the 95th minute to ruthlessly bury the late winner. The stadium erupted in absolute delirium. This sudden strike completely altered the narrative, securing a vital 1-0 victory in the dying embers of the contest. Jeonbuk will feel utterly robbed after dictating the tempo and firing more overall shots on goal, yet they leave totally empty-handed despite a genuinely valiant effort. Snatching a dramatic victory from the jaws of a frustrating scoreless draw is the true hallmark of genuine championship contenders. This breathtaking finale keeps the capital club firmly seated in the driver's seat of the K League 1 standings, extending their spectacular early form.
Key Questions
How dramatic was the late winner by P. Klimala?
P. Klimala shattered the deadlock in the 95th minute, converting a crucial assist from Y. Al Arab to dramatically snatch all three points for FC Seoul.
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.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
K League Title Credentials on the Line
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 82/100. With only five points separating the league leaders from the chasers, this top-of-the-table clash is poised to completely reshape the championship picture.
The Setup
FC Seoul welcome Jeonbuk Motors to the Seoul World Cup Stadium on April 11, 2026, in a genuine title race six-pointer. The Stakes are absolutely off the charts. Seoul sit undefeated at the summit with a rock-solid Form rating, boasting 12 goals scored and just three conceded. Jeonbuk arrive sitting third, desperate to slash that five-point gap and revive their own championship hopes. A robust Balance rating points to a fiercely competitive, evenly matched affair. Though a modest Stars metric suggests fewer marquee names on display, it reflects a gritty, collective tactical battle rather than an individual showcase.
Key Battle
J. Lingard up against the resilient Jeonbuk defensive block. Seoul's attacker provides the creative spark needed to break down stubborn defenses in tight matches. Jeonbuk's backline must perfectly neutralize his movement between the lines if they want to leave the capital with a positive result.
Our Prediction
Seoul's defensive solidity is terrifying right now. Jeonbuk will push hard knowing they need the points, but the hosts will comfortably absorb the pressure and strike on the counter. Expect a tight, hard-fought 1-0 win for FC Seoul to extend their lead at the top of the table.