K League 1 Regular Season - 12
Gimcheon Sangmu FC 1 - 2 FT Ulsan Hyundai FC
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots on Target
Corners
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
↓ D. Bojanic ↑Lee Gyu-Seong 9'
Marcao (Kang Sang-Woo) 40'
HT
46' ↓ Kim Joo-Chan ↑Lee Sang-Heon
59' ↓ K. Lee ↑T. Park
59' ↓ Park Se-Jin ↑Kim In-Gyun
↓ Marcao ↑Yago Cariello 60'
Yago Cariello (Seo Myung-Guan) 62'
75' G. Lee (Lee Sang-Heon)
↓ Lee Dong-Gyeong ↑H. Lee 78'
↓ M. Trojak ↑Kim Young-Gwon 78'
↓ Kang Sang-Woo ↑B. Michel 78'
82' ↓ Lee Jung-Taek ↑Byeon Jun-Soo
85' ↓ Hong Si-Hoo ↑Kim Tae-Hwan
90'+6 G. Lee
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Gimcheon Sangmu FC
Goalkeepers
Hyeon-ho Moon
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Defenders
Lee Chan-wook
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Deok-geun Lim
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Jung-taek Lee
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Midfielders
Si-hoo Hong
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Se-jin Park
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Lee Kang-Hyeon
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Park Cheol-woo
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Forwards
Jae-hyeon Go
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Kun-hee Lee
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Joo-chan Kim
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BENCH
Jong-beom Baek
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Byeon Jun-soo
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Tae-hwan Kim
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Park Jin-Seong
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Yoon Jae-Seok
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Tae-jun Park
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Soo-bin Lee
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Lee Sangheon
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In-kyun Kim
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Ulsan Hyundai FC
Goalkeepers
Jo Hyeonwoo
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Defenders
Choi Seok-Hyun
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Myeong-kwan Seo
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Jae-ik Lee
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Hyun-taek Cho
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Midfielders
Miłosz Trojak
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Lee Jin-hyun
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Dong-gyeong Lee
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Darijan Bojanić
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Kang Sang-woo
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Forwards
Marcão
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BENCH
Ryu Seong-Min
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Kim Young-gwon
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Jung Seung-hyeon
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Sang-min Shim
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Kyu-seong Lee
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Hui-gyun Lee
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In-woo Back
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Yago Cariello
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Benji Michel
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/22/2026 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 0 - 0 | Gimcheon Sangmu FC | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 10/05/2025 | Gimcheon Sangmu FC | 3 - 0 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Gimcheon Stadium |
| 05/24/2025 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 3 - 2 | Gimcheon Sangmu FC | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 04/27/2025 | Gimcheon Sangmu FC | 2 - 0 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Gimcheon Stadium |
| 10/19/2024 | Gimcheon Sangmu FC | 0 - 0 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Gimcheon Stadium |
| 10/06/2024 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 2 - 1 | Gimcheon Sangmu FC | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 05/12/2024 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 2 - 2 | Gimcheon Sangmu FC | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 03/09/2024 | Gimcheon Sangmu FC | 2 - 3 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Gimcheon Stadium |
| 08/21/2022 | Sangju Sangmu FC | 1 - 2 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Gimcheon Stadium |
| 05/21/2022 | Sangju Sangmu FC | 0 - 2 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Gimcheon Stadium |
03/22/2026
10/05/2025
05/24/2025
04/27/2025
10/19/2024
10/06/2024
05/12/2024
03/09/2024
08/21/2022
05/21/2022
Gimcheon Sangmu FC Win
Ulsan Hyundai FC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 12 GD: +14
P: 12 GD: +8
P: 12 GD: +2
P: 12 GD: +5
P: 12 GD: +6
P: 12 GD: -1
P: 12 GD: +2
P: 12 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: -5
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
Clinical Ulsan Punish Wasteful Gimcheon in Tight Encounter
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 38/100. Despite the hosts controlling the tempo and dominating the ball, a ruthless edge in the final third ensured the visitors marched away with maximum points to sustain their top-flight ambitions.
Against the Run of Play
The opening exchanges at Gimcheon Stadium established a fascinating tactical rhythm, with Gimcheon Sangmu FC asserting themselves as the primary instigators. The hosts dictated the tempo, and eventually controlled possession with 58 percent of the ball, consistently pinning their opponents back. They worked tirelessly to create openings, registering 15 attempts throughout the match, but frequently lacked the ultimate cutting edge required to break the deadlock. A high Intensity rating defined the opening forty minutes, with Gimcheon probing intelligently. However, football is a game of moments, and the breakthrough arrived emphatically at the other end. In the 40th minute, Ulsan Hyundai FC launched a devastating counter. Kang Sang-Woo spotted the intelligent movement of Marcao, who provided a lethal finish to give the away side a crucial advantage right before the interval.
A Masterclass in Efficiency
Emerging for the second half, Gimcheon doubled down on their attacking philosophy, generating substantial set-piece pressure with a relentless succession of dangerous deliveries into the box. The Balance of the match felt precarious as the hosts desperately sought a route back into the contest, ultimately racking up an impressive 10 corner kicks. Yet, Ulsan absorbed this heavy pressure with remarkable composure and demonstrated exactly why they are flying high in the league standings. Just past the hour mark, they delivered another fatal blow. In the 62nd minute, Seo Myung-Guan threaded a precise pass into the path of Yago Cariello, who expertly doubled the advantage. Converting two of their mere three shots on target over the ninety minutes, Ulsan provided an absolute masterclass in counter-attacking efficiency, leaving the home faithful completely stunned.
Late Drama Unrewarded
Staring down the barrel of a damaging home defeat, Gimcheon refused to surrender and finally found their long-awaited reward. In the 75th minute, Lee Sang-Heon brilliantly set up G. Lee to halve the deficit, injecting sudden energy and renewed hope into the stands. The closing fifteen minutes were wonderfully frantic, amplifying the immense Stakes as the relegation-threatened hosts threw absolutely everything forward in pursuit of an equaliser. Despite their statistical dominance and a barrage of late crosses, Gimcheon simply could not breach the resilient Ulsan defence a second time. This 2-1 loss leaves them painfully anchored in the bottom tier, still three points adrift of precious safety, while Ulsan’s exceptionally gritty victory bolsters their lofty position in the Championship Group, keeping them firmly in the title hunt.
Key Questions
Who scored the opening goal of the match?
In the 40th minute, Marcao scored the opening goal for Ulsan Hyundai FC, expertly assisted by Kang Sang-Woo.
Did Gimcheon Sangmu FC manage to score?
Yes, G. Lee found the back of the net in the 75th minute after being set up by Lee Sang-Heon.
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.
Ulsan's Title Ambitions Face a Stubborn Test in Gimcheon
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 76/100. Ulsan Hyundai must cure their recent inconsistency to keep their title hopes burning bright against a Gimcheon side desperate to climb away from the relegation danger zone.
The Setup
Massive Stakes define this May 05, 2026 clash at Gimcheon Stadium. Second-placed Ulsan Hyundai FC sit on 17 points, needing a victory to maintain their championship push. Despite their lofty position, Ulsan's recent Form (LDWLW) has been mixed, though their road record is formidable with three wins in five trips. Gimcheon Sangmu FC, lingering in 10th with 10 points, are battling to avoid being dragged deeper into a survival fight. Their home fans have yet to witness a victory in five attempts this season. Curiously, the underlying numbers show an incredibly tight competitive Balance, suggesting the home side's defensive stubbornness—seven draws in ten matches—could severely frustrate the title contenders.
Key Battle
It is a classic matchup of Gimcheon's deep defensive block against Ulsan's attacking firepower. With the hosts becoming draw specialists, it will be entirely up to Lee Dong-Gyeong and Erick Farias to pick the locks. If Jung Seung-Hyun marshals the Ulsan backline effectively to prevent counter-attacks, the visitors can commit necessary numbers forward without fear.
Our Prediction
Ulsan edge a tight, low-scoring affair. They will likely break Gimcheon's resistance late in the second half for a narrow but vital victory.