K League 1 Gameweek 20
Gwangju FC 1 - 2 FT Jeju United FC
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots on Target
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
10' Joung Ji-hun
Oh Jae-Hyeok (Italo) 40'
45'+1 T. van Grunsven
45'+5 ↓ Joung Ji-hun ↑Shin Chang-Moo
HT
56' Choi Kyoung-Rok
59' ↓ Park Won-Jae ↑Jang Seok-Hwan
59' ↓ A. Ba Loua ↑Ha Seung-Un
↓ Kim Jun-ha ↑Shin Sang-Eun 68'
↓ Park Chang-Jun ↑Choi Byung-wook 68'
76' ↓ Ju Se-Jong ↑Yu Je-Ho
76' ↓ Moon Min-seo ↑Ri Yong-jik
↓ Kim Geon-Ung ↑Kim Jae-Woo 82'
↓ Kim Shin-Jin ↑Lee Chang-Min 82'
Kwon Gi-min (Choi Byung-wook) 90'+2
↓ Kwon Gi-min ↑M. Jang 90'+5
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Gwangju FC
Goalkeepers
Kyeong-min Kim
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Defenders
Hyeok-joo An
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Teun van Grunsven
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João Pedro
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Won-jae Park
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Midfielders
Se-jong Ju
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Adriel D'Avila Ba Loua
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Kyoung-Rok Choi
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Min-seo Moon
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Ji-hoon Jeong
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Forwards
John Iredale
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BENCH
Dong-hwa Kim
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Suk-Hwan Jang
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Yeong-kyu Ahn
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Yong-jik Ri
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Yu Je-ho
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Park Sung-hyun
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Chang-mu Shin
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Seung-un Ha
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Hólmbert Aron Friðjónsson
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Jeju United FC
Goalkeepers
Dong-jun Kim
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Defenders
In-su Yu
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Kwon Ki-Min
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Geon-ung Kim
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Ryun-sung Kim
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Midfielders
Italo
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Jae-hyeok Oh
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Chang-jun Park
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Kim Jun-Ha
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Emerson Ramon
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Forwards
Kim Shin-jin
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BENCH
Chan-gi Ahn
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Jae-woo Kim
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Min-gyu Jang
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Woon Jeong
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Jo In-Jung
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Byung-wook Choi
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Chang-min Lee
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Shin Sang-Eun
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Matheus Aiás
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/01/2026 | Jeju United FC | 0 - 0 | Gwangju FC | K League 1 | Jeju World Cup Stadium |
| 11/02/2025 | Gwangju FC | 2 - 0 | Jeju United FC | K League 1 | Gwangju Football Stadium |
| 08/30/2025 | Jeju United FC | 0 - 1 | Gwangju FC | K League 1 | Jeju World Cup Stadium |
| 06/18/2025 | Jeju United FC | 0 - 1 | Gwangju FC | K League 1 | Jeju World Cup Stadium |
| 04/06/2025 | Gwangju FC | 1 - 0 | Jeju United FC | K League 1 | Gwangju Football Stadium |
| 11/10/2024 | Jeju United FC | 0 - 0 | Gwangju FC | K League 1 | Jeju World Cup Stadium |
| 09/22/2024 | Gwangju FC | 0 - 2 | Jeju United FC | K League 1 | Gwangju Football Stadium |
| 06/30/2024 | Gwangju FC | 2 - 1 | Jeju United FC | K League 1 | Gwangju Football Stadium |
| 05/01/2024 | Jeju United FC | 1 - 3 | Gwangju FC | K League 1 | Jeju World Cup Stadium |
| 10/01/2023 | Jeju United FC | 1 - 2 | Gwangju FC | K League 1 | Jeju World Cup Stadium |
03/01/2026
11/02/2025
08/30/2025
06/18/2025
04/06/2025
11/10/2024
09/22/2024
06/30/2024
05/01/2024
10/01/2023
Gwangju FC Win
Jeju United FC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 20 GD: +18
P: 20 GD: +11
P: 19 GD: +12
P: 20 GD: +1
P: 20 GD: +4
P: 20 GD: -1
P: 19 GD: +4
P: 20 GD: -1
P: 20 GD: 0
P: 20 GD: -7
P: 20 GD: -7
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Seoul | 24 | 50 | 46 | 19 | +27 | |
| 2 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 24 | 37 | 37 | 34 | +3 | |
| 3 | Jeonbuk Motors | 24 | 37 | 31 | 22 | +9 | |
| 4 | Gangwon FC | 23 | 35 | 28 | 22 | +6 | |
| 5 | Jeju United FC | 24 | 35 | 27 | 24 | +3 | |
| 6 | Incheon United | 23 | 33 | 30 | 25 | +5 | |
| 7 | Pohang Steelers | 24 | 31 | 22 | 28 | -6 | |
| 8 | FC Anyang | 24 | 30 | 30 | 37 | -7 | |
| 9 | Bucheon FC 1995 | 24 | 30 | 27 | 27 | 0 | |
| 10 | Daejeon Citizen | 24 | 29 | 32 | 28 | +4 | |
| 11 | Gimcheon Sangmu FC | 24 | 26 | 23 | 29 | -6 | |
| 12 | Gwangju FC | 24 | 11 | 12 | 50 | -38 |
P: 24 GD: +27
P: 24 GD: +3
P: 24 GD: +9
P: 23 GD: +6
P: 24 GD: +3
P: 23 GD: +5
P: 24 GD: -6
P: 24 GD: -7
P: 24 GD: 0
P: 24 GD: +4
P: 24 GD: -6
P: 24 GD: -38
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Late Dagger Completes Jeju's Comeback
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 68/100. A devastating second-half red card completely turned the tide, allowing Jeju United to break down a resilient but exhausted Gwangju side right at the death.
The Early Shock
The atmosphere at Gwangju Football Stadium was thick with desperation right from the opening whistle. Rooted to the very bottom of the K League 1 table and carrying a dismal goal difference, Gwangju FC treated this clash as an absolute must-win in their relegation battle. Against all recent form guides, the hosts actually drew first blood. Joung Ji-hun sent the home crowd into raptures by slotting home a clinical strike in the 10th minute, instantly shifting the dynamic of the afternoon. However, the early Balance of the match was heavily tested as the half wore on. The visitors slowly turned the screw, executing crisp passing routines and probing the flanks. Their patience paid dividends five minutes before the break. Italo produced a brilliant moment of vision to set up Oh Jae-Hyeok, who finished with aplomb in the 40th minute. Going into the dressing rooms, the contest was beautifully poised at 1-1, leaving both sets of supporters on a knife-edge.
The Turning Point
The defining moment of this gruelling encounter arrived shortly after the restart, completely altering the tactical landscape. In the 56th minute, disaster struck for the hosts when Choi Kyoung-Rok was shown a straight red card. Reduced to ten men, the home side was immediately forced into a deep, desperate defensive block. The Intensity of the match skyrocketed as Jeju United FC seized total control of the tempo. Dominating possession with a commanding 62 percent share, the visitors set up camp in the attacking third. The pressure was relentless. An incredible barrage of 15 total corners showcased the sheer volume of one-way traffic. Yet, despite registering 116 attacking phases, the visitors found themselves repeatedly frustrated. The hosts threw their bodies on the line, blocking an astonishing 16 shots to keep their hopes of a precious point alive. It was a true siege in every sense of the word.
The Final Blow
As the clock ticked past the 90-minute mark, the physical toll of defending with a man down finally broke the resilient home side. Just when it looked like they had weathered the storm to secure a heroic draw, ultimate heartbreak arrived. In the dying moments of stoppage time, Choi Byung-wook managed to pry open a tiny pocket of space in the exhausted defensive line. He picked out Kwon Gi-min, who held his nerve to smash home a spectacular 90th-minute winner. The travelling away end erupted into pure delirium. This devastating 2-1 defeat leaves the home side anchored to 12th place on a mere 10 points, casting a massive shadow over their survival hopes. Meanwhile, the crucial away victory propels the visitors further up the table, extending their impressive unbeaten run and proving their mettle in high-pressure situations.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Choi Kyoung-Rok impact the match?
The 56th-minute dismissal forced Gwangju into a desperate defensive block, allowing Jeju to monopolise possession and apply relentless pressure that ultimately broke the deadlock.
How dramatic was the late winner by Kwon Gi-min?
Exceptionally dramatic. Dropping in the 90th minute, Kwon Gi-min's decisive strike shattered Gwangju's resilient ten-man defence and snatched a crucial 2-1 away victory.
How did Gwangju FC complete the comeback from behind?
Gwangju actually lost this match after scoring first. It was Jeju United who mounted the impressive comeback, scoring in the 40th and 90th minutes to win 2-1.
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.
A Bleak Outlook for Gwangju at Home
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 30/100. With the hosts stranded at the bottom of the table and managing just one win all season, this is an easily skippable affair for neutral fans.
The Setup
Gwangju FC are enduring a nightmare campaign in the K League 1. Rooted to the bottom of the table with just a single victory in 18 matches, their woeful Form rating perfectly captures a season rapidly spiraling out of control. Even the familiar surroundings of Gwangju Football Stadium have offered no comfort on July 26, 2026, as the hosts boast a dismal 11.1% home win rate. Jeju United FC, sitting comfortably in mid-table, arrive fully expecting to capitalize on their opponents' misery. The severe lack of competitive Balance between the two sides, coupled with exceptionally low Stakes for the broader league narrative, means this fixture is unlikely to grab the attention of anyone outside the respective fanbases.
Key Battle
This match hinges entirely on whether Gwangju's porous defensive unit can withstand Jeju's attacking sequences. Having shipped an astonishing 42 goals already this season, the home backline looks utterly bereft of confidence. With few individual Stars capable of producing a moment of magic to relieve the pressure, the visitors will look to systematically dismantle a fragile defense through sheer organizational superiority and relentless pressure.
Our Prediction
A routine victory for the visitors is on the cards. Gwangju have managed an abysmal nine league goals all season and completely lack the firepower to trouble a stable Jeju side. Expect the away team to dictate the tempo, monopolize possession, and exploit inevitable defensive errors to cruise to a comfortable away win.