K League 1 Gameweek 31

Gangwon FC vs NS Bucheon FC 1995

Chuncheon Songam Stadium

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Futmetrix Verdict
61
Gangwon FC
vs
Bucheon FC 1995
Fri, Oct 9 • 07:30 한국어
⚡ Form 30
⚖️ Balance 67
🏆 Stakes 60
⭐ Stars 36
Relegation fears meet home venue struggles.

Win Probability

  • Gangwon FC 53%
  • Draw 27%
  • Bucheon FC 1995 20%

Futmetrix AI estimate

Home Hoodoos and Survival Scraps

Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 61/100. Gangwon's dismal home record gives desperate Bucheon a glimmer of hope in a gritty fight for vital points.

The Setup

This October 09, 2026 clash at Chuncheon Songam Stadium pits top-half stability against grim relegation realities. Gangwon FC sit comfortably in fifth place on 43 points, but that masks a glaring vulnerability: they cannot seem to win in front of their own fans. With a shocking 26.7% win rate across 15 home fixtures, Gangwon’s home advantage is practically a myth this season.

For Bucheon FC 1995, the situation is dire. Languishing in 11th out of 12 teams with just 32 points, they are deep in a desperate relegation battle. A dismal Form rating reflects their recent five-game winless slump (LDLLD). While a modest Stakes metric accounts for the gap between a mid-table side and a relegation struggler, the lack of marquee names keeps the Stars appeal relatively low. However, a solid Balance rating suggests Bucheon might just be capable of exploiting Gangwon's home turf anxieties.

Key Battle

Expect a gritty clash of units rather than individual brilliance. Gangwon's frontline will need to show patience and precision to break down Bucheon's low defensive block. Having leaked 40 goals this season, Bucheon's back line is fragile, but they will look to frustrate the hosts and feed off the nervous energy of a crowd accustomed to home slip-ups.

Our Prediction

We expect Gangwon FC to edge a tense, low-scoring affair. Despite their home woes, Bucheon's lack of attacking bite makes an upset difficult to picture. Gangwon should eventually grind down the visitors for a 1-0 victory.

Key Questions

Should I watch this match?

Tune in if you enjoy tense, tactical relegation scraps; otherwise, this might lack top-tier attacking flair.

What's the predicted outcome?

We expect a narrow 1-0 victory for Gangwon, capitalising on Bucheon's defensive frailties late in the game.

Where are Gangwon FC and Bucheon FC 1995 in the league table?

Gangwon sit safely in fifth with 43 points, while Bucheon languish in 11th place on 32 points.

What is Bucheon FC 1995's current form?

They are enduring a wretched run, failing to register a single win in their last five matches.

Who is expected to win this match?

Gangwon FC are clear favourites, though their notoriously poor home record offers Bucheon a sliver of hope.

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.

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
03/18/2026 Bucheon FC 1995 0 - 0 Gangwon FC K League 1 Bucheon Stadium
11/05/2016 Bucheon FC 1995 1 - 2 Gangwon FC K League 2 Bucheon Stadium (Bucheon)
10/05/2016 Gangwon FC 0 - 1 Bucheon FC 1995 K League 2 Gangneung Stadium (Gangneung)
08/20/2016 Gangwon FC 0 - 2 Bucheon FC 1995 K League 2 Pyeongchang Stadium (Pyeongchang)
07/10/2016 Bucheon FC 1995 0 - 1 Gangwon FC K League 2 Bucheon Stadium (Bucheon)
05/16/2016 Bucheon FC 1995 3 - 1 Gangwon FC K League 2 Bucheon Stadium (Bucheon)
03/18/2026
K League 1 Bucheon Stadium
11/05/2016
K League 2 Bucheon Stadium (Bucheon)
10/05/2016
K League 2 Gangneung Stadium (Gangneung)
08/20/2016
K League 2 Pyeongchang Stadium (Pyeongchang)
07/10/2016
K League 2 Bucheon Stadium (Bucheon)
05/16/2016
K League 2 Bucheon Stadium (Bucheon)
Gangwon FC Win
Bucheon FC 1995 Win
Draw

Season Statistics

5
League Position
11
43
Points
32
36
Goals Scored
31
28
Goals Conceded
40

League Standings

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 FC Seoul 30 62 56 25 +31 LPohang Steelers 2 - 1 FC Seoul (20-09-2026)WJeonbuk Motors 1 - 2 FC Seoul (12-09-2026)LUlsan Hyundai FC 1 - 0 FC Seoul (08-09-2026)WFC Seoul 1 - 0 Incheon United (05-09-2026)WGwangju FC 2 - 5 FC Seoul (30-08-2026)
2 Ulsan Hyundai FC 30 47 45 40 +5 LFC Anyang 2 - 1 Ulsan Hyundai FC (19-09-2026)WUlsan Hyundai FC 2 - 1 Incheon United (12-09-2026)WUlsan Hyundai FC 1 - 0 FC Seoul (08-09-2026)DJeju United FC 0 - 0 Ulsan Hyundai FC (05-09-2026)WUlsan Hyundai FC 3 - 1 Gimcheon Sangmu FC (29-08-2026)
3 Jeju United FC 30 46 35 29 +6 WGangwon FC 0 - 1 Jeju United FC (20-09-2026)DBucheon FC 1995 2 - 2 Jeju United FC (12-09-2026)WGwangju FC 0 - 1 Jeju United FC (09-09-2026)DJeju United FC 0 - 0 Ulsan Hyundai FC (05-09-2026)WJeju United FC 3 - 1 Daejeon Citizen (30-08-2026)
4 Jeonbuk Motors 30 44 38 28 +10 DJeonbuk Motors 2 - 2 Gwangju FC (20-09-2026)LJeonbuk Motors 1 - 2 FC Seoul (12-09-2026)DGangwon FC 1 - 1 Jeonbuk Motors (09-09-2026)WJeonbuk Motors 2 - 0 Pohang Steelers (05-09-2026)DIncheon United 1 - 1 Jeonbuk Motors (30-08-2026)
5 Gangwon FC 30 43 36 28 +8 DGangwon FC 0 - 0 Incheon United (27-09-2026)LGangwon FC 0 - 1 Jeju United FC (20-09-2026)DGimcheon Sangmu FC 2 - 2 Gangwon FC (13-09-2026)DGangwon FC 1 - 1 Jeonbuk Motors (09-09-2026)WFC Anyang 0 - 3 Gangwon FC (06-09-2026)
6 Daejeon Citizen 30 40 46 37 +9 DIncheon United 1 - 1 Daejeon Citizen (20-09-2026)DDaejeon Citizen 2 - 2 Pohang Steelers (12-09-2026)WDaejeon Citizen 3 - 2 FC Anyang (09-09-2026)WBucheon FC 1995 0 - 5 Daejeon Citizen (05-09-2026)LJeju United FC 3 - 1 Daejeon Citizen (30-08-2026)
7 Pohang Steelers 30 40 28 34 -6 WPohang Steelers 2 - 1 FC Seoul (20-09-2026)DDaejeon Citizen 2 - 2 Pohang Steelers (12-09-2026)DPohang Steelers 0 - 0 Gimcheon Sangmu FC (09-09-2026)LJeonbuk Motors 2 - 0 Pohang Steelers (05-09-2026)DGangwon FC 0 - 0 Pohang Steelers (30-08-2026)
8 Incheon United 30 39 36 33 +3 DGangwon FC 0 - 0 Incheon United (27-09-2026)DIncheon United 1 - 1 Daejeon Citizen (20-09-2026)LUlsan Hyundai FC 2 - 1 Incheon United (12-09-2026)WIncheon United 2 - 1 Bucheon FC 1995 (08-09-2026)LFC Seoul 1 - 0 Incheon United (05-09-2026)
9 FC Anyang 30 38 38 47 -9 WFC Anyang 2 - 1 Ulsan Hyundai FC (19-09-2026)DGwangju FC 1 - 1 FC Anyang (13-09-2026)LDaejeon Citizen 3 - 2 FC Anyang (09-09-2026)LFC Anyang 0 - 3 Gangwon FC (06-09-2026)DBucheon FC 1995 1 - 1 FC Anyang (29-08-2026)
10 Gimcheon Sangmu FC 30 33 30 36 -6 WBucheon FC 1995 0 - 2 Gimcheon Sangmu FC (19-09-2026)DGimcheon Sangmu FC 2 - 2 Gangwon FC (13-09-2026)DPohang Steelers 0 - 0 Gimcheon Sangmu FC (09-09-2026)DGimcheon Sangmu FC 2 - 2 Gwangju FC (06-09-2026)LUlsan Hyundai FC 3 - 1 Gimcheon Sangmu FC (29-08-2026)
11 Bucheon FC 1995 30 32 31 40 -9 LBucheon FC 1995 0 - 2 Gimcheon Sangmu FC (19-09-2026)DBucheon FC 1995 2 - 2 Jeju United FC (12-09-2026)LIncheon United 2 - 1 Bucheon FC 1995 (08-09-2026)LBucheon FC 1995 0 - 5 Daejeon Citizen (05-09-2026)DBucheon FC 1995 1 - 1 FC Anyang (29-08-2026)
12 Gwangju FC 30 15 21 63 -42 DJeonbuk Motors 2 - 2 Gwangju FC (20-09-2026)DGwangju FC 1 - 1 FC Anyang (13-09-2026)LGwangju FC 0 - 1 Jeju United FC (09-09-2026)DGimcheon Sangmu FC 2 - 2 Gwangju FC (06-09-2026)LGwangju FC 2 - 5 FC Seoul (30-08-2026)

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