K League 1 Gameweek 28
Gangwon FC 1 - 1 FT Jeonbuk Motors
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⚖️ Balance
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⚡ Form
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Italo Vargas (Lee Yeong-jae) 15'
30' ↓ Kang Joon-Hyuck ↑Marko Tuci
35' Mo Jae-hyeon
Kim Young-Bin 36'
38' Kim Gun-hee
HT
56' ↓ Kim Dong-hyeon ↑Abdallah Hleihel
59' Abdallah Hleihel (Lee You-hyeon)
↓ Tiago Orobó ↑Bruno Mota 59'
↓ Kim Seung-sub ↑Lee Dong-Jun 59'
Cho Wi-Je 75'
↓ Lee Yeong-jae ↑Vinicius Rodrigues Adelino Dos Santos 75'
79' ↓ Mo Jae-hyeon ↑Goh Young-jun
↓ Italo Vargas ↑Maeng Seong-ung 84'
↓ Kim Tae-Hwan ↑Ha-Jun Kim 84'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Gangwon FC
Goalkeepers
Park Cheong-hyo 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
90
Minutes
Defenders
Lee You-hyeon 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
0
Key Passes
6.7
Rating
Park Ho-young 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Mammar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kang Joon-hyuck
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
30
Entry
Midfielders
Kim Do-hyun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Seo Min-woo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kim Dong-Hyun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
56
Total Mins
56
Entry
Mo Jae-hyeon
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
Forwards
Kim Gun-hee
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kim Dae-won
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Cho Min-Kyu
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jeong Seung-bin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tuci
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Goh Young-jun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Won-woo Cho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Abdalla Halaihal 
POACHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
0
Shots
7.9
Rating
Park Sang-hyeok
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jeonbuk Motors
Goalkeepers
Song Bum-Keun
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
90
Minutes
Defenders
Kim Tae-Hwan
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Cho Wi-Je
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kim Young-Bin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kim Tae-Hyun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
João Gamboa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lee Yeong-Jae
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
0
Key Passes
6.8
Rating
Kim Seung-Sub
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
Lee Seung-Woo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Italo
POACHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
0
Shots
7.5
Rating
Forwards
Tiago Orobó
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
BENCH
Lee Ju-Hyun
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Yeon Je-Un
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lee Sang-myung
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kim Ha-Jun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maeng Seong-Ung
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lee Dong-Jun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dodozinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bruno Mota
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/04/2026 | Jeonbuk Motors | 1 - 2 | Gangwon FC | K League 1 | Jeonju World Cup Stadium |
| 04/18/2026 | Gangwon FC | 1 - 1 | Jeonbuk Motors | K League 1 | Chuncheon Songam Stadium |
| 11/01/2025 | Gangwon FC | 0 - 0 | Jeonbuk Motors | K League 1 | Chuncheon Songam Stadium |
| 08/27/2025 | Gangwon FC | 1 - 2 | Jeonbuk Motors | FA Cup | Gangneung High1 Arena |
| 08/20/2025 | Jeonbuk Motors | 1 - 1 | Gangwon FC | FA Cup | Jeonju World Cup Stadium |
| 07/23/2025 | Jeonbuk Motors | 2 - 0 | Gangwon FC | K League 1 | Jeonju World Cup Stadium |
| 06/13/2025 | Gangwon FC | 0 - 3 | Jeonbuk Motors | K League 1 | Chuncheon Songam Stadium |
| 03/09/2025 | Jeonbuk Motors | 0 - 1 | Gangwon FC | K League 1 | Jeonju World Cup Stadium |
| 07/26/2024 | Gangwon FC | 4 - 2 | Jeonbuk Motors | K League 1 | Gangneung Stadium |
| 05/29/2024 | Gangwon FC | 2 - 1 | Jeonbuk Motors | K League 1 | Chuncheon Songam Stadium |
07/04/2026
04/18/2026
11/01/2025
08/27/2025
08/20/2025
07/23/2025
06/13/2025
03/09/2025
07/26/2024
05/29/2024
Gangwon FC Win
Jeonbuk Motors Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +31
P: 28 GD: +5
P: 27 GD: +11
P: 28 GD: +5
P: 26 GD: +9
P: 27 GD: +4
P: 28 GD: -7
P: 27 GD: +8
P: 27 GD: -9
P: 28 GD: -7
P: 28 GD: -8
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
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Jeonbuk Motors
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Chuncheon Stalemate Keeps Top-Three Race Alive
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 47/100. A fiercely contested draw highlights the razor-thin margins defining the upper echelons of the K League 1.
The Opening Salvo
The visitors wasted absolutely no time asserting themselves at Chuncheon Songam Stadium, setting a punishing early tempo that immediately put the hosts on the back foot. A remarkably high Intensity opening phase culminated in the 15th minute when Italo Vargas successfully breached the defensive line to slot home a clinical opener. Facing an unexpected early deficit, Gangwon FC were forced to quickly recalibrate their tactical approach. They gradually settled down to dictate the rhythm in midfield, working tirelessly to establish a foothold. The hosts eventually controlled possession with 55 percent of the ball, forcing Jeonbuk Motors into a rigid, disciplined defensive posture. The away side had to rely heavily on organized clearances and deep blocks to protect their slender advantage heading into the half-time interval.
The Super-Sub Strike
Chasing the game against a well-drilled opponent, the home side desperately required a new attacking catalyst. That crucial spark arrived in the 56th minute with the tactical introduction of Abdallah Hleihel. Barely three minutes after stepping onto the pitch, the substitute spectacularly justified his manager's faith. He latched onto a defense-splitting delivery from Lee You-hyeon, finishing with aplomb to emphatically level the scoreline. This incredibly swift and lethal response completely neutralized the Upset Factor that the visitors had carefully cultivated throughout the first hour. The timely equaliser instantly transformed the tactical dynamic, turning a previously disjointed chasing effort into a confident, unified surge forward, as both sides subsequently traded heavy blows in a frantic search for a decisive, match-winning breakthrough.
Points Shared
Ultimately, a striking symmetry in final attacking output—with both proud squads registering exactly ten total shots and four efforts testing the goalkeeper—perfectly reflected the profound Balance displayed across the pitch. The final whistle eventually confirmed a hard-fought share of the spoils, a pragmatic result heavily influenced by the soaring Stakes near the summit of the league table. Jeonbuk successfully maintain their tentative grip on third place with 42 points, while Gangwon linger menacingly just two points behind in fifth position. This tense, uncompromising gridlock ensures their fierce, season-long battle for valuable league positioning and potential continental qualification will continue to simmer, promising even more dramatic twists as this highly competitive campaign steadily marches toward its conclusion.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Gangwon FC's season?
Sitting fifth with 40 points, they remain well within striking distance of the top three, maintaining steady form heading into the crucial final stretch of the campaign.
How did substitute A. Halaihal change the game?
Coming on in the 56th minute, he provided an immediate attacking spark, seamlessly equalising just three minutes later to salvage a vital point for his team.
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.
Top-Four Ambitions Collide in Crucial Six-Pointer
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 76/100. A genuine six-pointer for Asian qualification where neither side can afford to drop points amidst stuttering autumn campaigns.
The Setup
On September 09, 2026, the Chuncheon Songam Stadium hosts a pivotal fixture in the race for K League 1's top four. Gangwon FC sit in fifth place with 37 points, trailing third-placed Jeonbuk Motors by a razor-thin two-point margin. A victory for the hosts sees them leapfrog their rivals, driving the Stakes rating sky-high for this encounter. However, the momentum on display might not match the occasion. Both clubs are enduring a miserable run of results, resulting in a dire Form evaluation across the board. Gangwon have failed to win their last three outings, while Jeonbuk arrive reeling from back-to-back league defeats.
Tactical Battle
Without standout individual matchups to hinge on, this clash boils down to collective tactical execution and midfield supremacy. The exceptionally high Balance rating reflects just how evenly matched these sides are on paper. Jeonbuk boast a sturdy defensive record, conceding just 23 times this season, but their recent blips suggest newfound vulnerability. Gangwon must leverage their home support to disrupt the visitors' rhythm, aggressively targeting the pockets of space between Jeonbuk's usually rigid defensive lines.
Our Prediction
When the pressure is this immense, caution often overrules ambition. The probability gap between a home win and an away win is barely noticeable, pointing heavily toward a stalemate. Expect a cagey 1-1 draw where the fear of losing dictates the tempo, ultimately leaving both managers frustrated but relieved to avoid a damaging defeat.