K League 1 Regular Season - 16
Gwangju FC 1 - 1 FT Ulsan Hyundai FC
Match Statistics
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Yellow Cards
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Match Events
3' Yu Je-Ho
HT
↓ Kang Sang-Woo ↑B. Michel 46'
Yago Cariello 54'
60' ↓ Ju Se-Jong ↑P. Seong Hyun
64' Moon Min-seo (Joung Ji-hun)
↓ Yago Cariello ↑Lee Dong-Gyeong 70'
↓ Lee Jin-Hyun ↑Marcao 70'
78' ↓ Min Sang-Gi ↑B. Gong
↓ D. Bojanic ↑Lee Min-Hyuk 80'
82' ↓ Kwon Sung-Yun ↑Ahn Hyeok-Ju
82' ↓ H. Fridjonsson ↑Kim Yun-ho
↓ Sim Sang-Min ↑Jang Si-Young 84'
FT
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/19/2026 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 5 - 1 | Gwangju FC | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 11/22/2025 | Gwangju FC | 2 - 0 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Gwangju Football Stadium |
| 10/18/2025 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 2 - 0 | Gwangju FC | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 07/02/2025 | Gwangju FC | 1 - 0 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | FA Cup | Gwangju World Cup Stadium |
| 05/28/2025 | Gwangju FC | 1 - 1 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Gwangju Football Stadium |
| 05/02/2025 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 3 - 0 | Gwangju FC | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 08/28/2024 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 2 - 2 | Gwangju FC | FA Cup | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 08/25/2024 | Gwangju FC | 0 - 1 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Gwangju Football Stadium |
| 08/21/2024 | Gwangju FC | 0 - 1 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | FA Cup | Gwangju Football Stadium |
| 07/10/2024 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 0 - 1 | Gwangju FC | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
04/19/2026
11/22/2025
10/18/2025
07/02/2025
05/28/2025
05/02/2025
08/28/2024
08/25/2024
08/21/2024
07/10/2024
Gwangju FC Win
Ulsan Hyundai FC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 16 GD: +16
P: 16 GD: +10
P: 16 GD: +8
P: 15 GD: +2
P: 16 GD: +1
P: 16 GD: +3
P: 16 GD: +2
P: 15 GD: -3
P: 16 GD: -4
P: 16 GD: +1
P: 15 GD: -6
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Seoul | 16 | 35 | 28 | 12 | +16 | |
| 2 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 16 | 27 | 23 | 21 | +2 | |
| 3 | Gangwon FC | 16 | 27 | 21 | 11 | +10 | |
| 4 | Jeonbuk Motors | 16 | 26 | 22 | 14 | +8 | |
| 5 | Pohang Steelers | 16 | 25 | 15 | 14 | +1 | |
| 6 | Incheon United | 16 | 21 | 21 | 18 | +3 | |
| 7 | FC Anyang | 16 | 20 | 21 | 19 | +2 | |
| 8 | Jeju United FC | 16 | 19 | 14 | 17 | -3 | |
| 9 | Bucheon FC 1995 | 16 | 18 | 13 | 17 | -4 | |
| 10 | Daejeon Citizen | 16 | 17 | 19 | 18 | +1 | |
| 11 | Gimcheon Sangmu FC | 16 | 15 | 16 | 22 | -6 | |
| 12 | Gwangju FC | 16 | 8 | 8 | 38 | -30 |
P: 16 GD: +16
P: 16 GD: +2
P: 16 GD: +10
P: 16 GD: +8
P: 16 GD: +1
P: 16 GD: +3
P: 16 GD: +2
P: 16 GD: -3
P: 16 GD: -4
P: 16 GD: +1
P: 16 GD: -6
P: 16 GD: -30
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Defensive Masterclass: Bottom Club Stuns Title Hopefuls
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 39/100. A monumental goalkeeping display salvaged a vital point for the league's basement boys against a relentless attacking siege.
Early Stalemate and Constant Pressure
The match at Gwangju Football Stadium kicked off with a surprising rhythm, as Gwangju FC bravely edged possession against their highly fancied opponents. Despite holding the ball for 53% of the time, the hosts found themselves constantly pinned back by Ulsan Hyundai FC during quick transitions. The visitors brought a ferocious Intensity to their attacking movements, trying to exploit the spaces out wide. The first half developed into a fascinating tactical clash. Set-piece pressure began to mount, with the away side earning the lion's share of the match's eleven corner kicks. However, the delicate Balance of the game remained undisturbed going into the break, as the hosts defended their penalty area with admirable discipline and resilience.
The Pivot: A Flurry of Action
The second half exploded into life shortly after the restart, altering the complexion of the contest entirely. In the 54th minute, Ulsan's sustained pressure finally paid dividends. Yago Cariello found the back of the net, seemingly putting the visitors on course for a routine victory. Given the enormous Stakes for the relegation-threatened home side, heads could easily have dropped. Instead, they mounted an immediate and spirited response. A mere ten minutes later, Joung Ji-hun threaded a precise pass into the path of Moon Min-seo, who finished with superb composure to restore parity. The equalizer sparked wild celebrations on the pitch, shifting the momentum and demonstrating that the home side still has plenty of fight left in their survival campaign.
Resolution: A Hero Between the Sticks
Desperate to regain their advantage and keep their pursuit of the top spot alive, Ulsan threw caution to the wind in the final stages. They dominated the shot count, registering an incredible ten efforts on target. This is where the match's Upset Factor truly came to the fore, thanks to an absolute masterclass in goalkeeping from the home side. The Gwangju shot-stopper produced a phenomenal nine saves, repeatedly denying Ulsan's attackers from point-blank range. When the final whistle blew, the 1-1 draw felt like a victory for the hosts. While Gwangju remains rooted to the bottom of the table, this heroic defensive performance provides a massive psychological boost. Conversely, it is a frustrating stumble for Ulsan, leaving them lamenting missed opportunities in a tight upper-table battle.
Key Questions
Who scored the goals in this match?
Yago Cariello opened the scoring for Ulsan Hyundai FC, but Moon Min-seo quickly equalized for Gwangju FC just ten minutes later.
How did Gwangju FC secure the draw?
A heroic defensive performance, highlighted by nine crucial saves from their goalkeeper, kept Ulsan's relentless attack at bay until the final whistle.
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 Hyundai's Title Charge Meets Bottom-Placed Gwangju
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 47/100. A glaring mismatch on paper, this fixture offers Ulsan a prime opportunity to solidify their championship credentials against a struggling Gwangju side.
The Setup
When Ulsan Hyundai FC roll into Gwangju Football Stadium on July 05, 2026, the Stakes could not be clearer. Sitting second in the K League 1, the visitors are deep in a title race, while Gwangju FC languish at the absolute bottom in 12th place. A modest Balance rating reflects the massive gap in quality between the two camps. Ulsan boast an impressive away record, turning into genuine road specialists, while the hosts suffer from severe home woes, managing just one win in front of their own fans all season. The resulting Form contrast points heavily toward an away masterclass.
Key Battle
With a severe lack of Stars on the home side, the focus shifts entirely to how Gwangju's leaky backline handles Ulsan's heavy hitters. Lee Dong-Gyeong and Erick Farias provide a relentless attacking threat that can slice through defenses at will. Gwangju's defensive unit must play a flawless match just to survive, especially with Jung Seung-Hyun organizing a tight ship at the other end to snuff out any rare counter-attacks.
Our Prediction
Ulsan Hyundai are overwhelming favourites and should dismantle Gwangju with ease. Expect the visitors to control possession, strike early to kill the crowd's faint hopes, and coast to a comfortable victory that piles more misery on the hosts.