K League 1 Regular Season - 11
Incheon United 0 - 1 FT Gangwon FC
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots on Target
Corners
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Kim Dae-Won 9'
Kim Dae-Won (Kang Joon-Hyuck) 44'
HT
46' ↓ Lee Dong-Ryul ↑Gerso
↓ Choe Byeong-Chan ↑A. Hleihel 66'
↓ Goh Young-Jun ↑Kim Gun-Hee 66'
67' ↓ S. Mugosa ↑Jeong Chi-In
↓ Lee You-Hyeon ↑Kim Dong-Hyun 81'
83' Lee Myoung-Joo
85' ↓ Lee Ju-Yong ↑Lee Sang-Gi
Kang Joon-Hyuck 90'+1
↓ Mo Jae-Hyeon ↑Y. Kang 90'+5
90'+5 ↓ Park Kyung-sub ↑Choi Seung-gu
90'+5 ↓ Kim Myung-soon ↑Park Ho-Min
↓ Kang Joon-Hyuck ↑H. Lee 90'+8
↓ Kim Dae-Won ↑Park Sang-Hyeok 90'+8
90'+9 Gerso
H. Park 90'+9
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Incheon United
Goalkeepers
Lee Tae Hui
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Defenders
Kim Myung-Sun
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Park Kyung-sub
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Juan Ibiza
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Ju-yong Lee
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Midfielders
Dong-ryul Lee
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Myung Joo Lee
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Jae-min Seo
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Chung-yong Lee
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Forwards
Stefan Mugoša
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Morgan Ferrier
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BENCH
Dong-heon Kim
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Sang-ki Lee
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Choi Seung-Gu
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Gun-hee Kim
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Iker Undabarrena
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Chi-in Jeong
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Gerso Fernandes
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Park Ho-min
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Park Seung-ho
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Gangwon FC
Goalkeepers
Park Cheong-hyo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Defenders
Kang Joon-hyuk
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Shin Min-Ha
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Gi-Hyuk Lee
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Do-Hyun Kim
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Midfielders
Mo Jae-hyeon
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
You-Hyeon Lee
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Min-woo Seo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Dae-won Kim
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Forwards
Byeong-chan Choi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Young-jun Goh
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
BENCH
Cho Min-kyu
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Lee Hyo-bin
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Ho-yeong Park
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Seung-bin Jung
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Kim Dong-hyeon
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Kang Yun-Gu
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Kim Gun-hee
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Abdallah Khalaihal
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Park Sang-Hyeok
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2024 | Incheon United | 1 - 3 | Gangwon FC | K League 1 | Sungui Arena Park |
| 06/30/2024 | Incheon United | 0 - 1 | Gangwon FC | K League 1 | Sungui Arena Park |
| 04/21/2024 | Gangwon FC | 4 - 1 | Incheon United | K League 1 | Chuncheon Songam Stadium |
| 09/24/2023 | Gangwon FC | 1 - 1 | Incheon United | K League 1 | Gangneung Stadium |
| 07/02/2023 | Incheon United | 1 - 0 | Gangwon FC | K League 1 | Sungui Arena Park |
| 04/16/2023 | Gangwon FC | 0 - 2 | Incheon United | K League 1 | Chuncheon Songam Stadium |
| 10/08/2022 | Gangwon FC | 0 - 0 | Incheon United | K League 1 | Chuncheon Songam Stadium |
| 09/02/2022 | Incheon United | 0 - 1 | Gangwon FC | K League 1 | Sungui Arena Park |
| 06/22/2022 | Incheon United | 4 - 1 | Gangwon FC | K League 1 | Sungui Arena Park |
| 03/01/2022 | Gangwon FC | 0 - 1 | Incheon United | K League 1 | Gangneung Stadium |
10/06/2024
06/30/2024
04/21/2024
09/24/2023
07/02/2023
04/16/2023
10/08/2022
09/02/2022
06/22/2022
03/01/2022
Incheon United Win
Gangwon FC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 11 GD: +14
P: 11 GD: +4
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 11 GD: +5
P: 11 GD: +6
P: 11 GD: -1
P: 10 GD: +3
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: -1
P: 11 GD: -3
P: 10 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
Gangwon Grinds Out Win Amidst Incheon's Attacking Void
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 23/100. Our take: A disjointed tactical battle that lacked any real spark, ultimately decided by a single moment of clarity right before the break.
The Stagnant Start
A heavy atmosphere settled over Sungui Arena Park as the opening half kicked off. The overall Intensity was remarkably low, with neither side willing to take the slightest early risk. Gangwon FC controlled possession comfortably, dictating the cautious tempo across the middle of the park, yet they repeatedly struggled to penetrate the final third. On the other side, Incheon United deployed a frustratingly passive defensive block. They were content to absorb the mounting pressure but offered absolutely zero threat on the counter-attack. These initial exchanges became a grueling tactical stalemate, heavily characterized by slow lateral passing and a distinct lack of incisive runs from either outfit.
The Solitary Spark
Just as the half seemed irreversibly destined to end as a scoreless grind, the tactical Balance shifted in a single, decisive instant. In the 44th minute, a rare lapse in concentration from the home defense opened a crucial pocket of space. Kang Joon-Hyuck recognized the opening immediately, sliding a perfectly weighted pass through the defensive line. Kim Dae-Won timed his run impeccably, latching onto the service and clinically dispatching what would become the only goal of the match. This sudden burst of quality was a stark contrast to the preceding 40 minutes of football, providing Gangwon with a priceless advantage right before the halftime whistle blew.
A Toothless Response
Trailing by a goal, the onus was entirely on the hosts to raise the Stakes in the second half. Instead, Incheon delivered one of the most toothless attacking performances of the season, failing to register a single shot on target across the entire 90 minutes. Gangwon's defensive shape remained totally unbothered by the disjointed and unimaginative offensive patterns thrown their way. The visitors calmly managed the clock, suffocating any potential late drama. Given the tight league standings and Incheon's abysmal final-third execution, there was an incredibly low Upset Factor as the final whistle confirmed a routine, if uninspiring, 1-0 away victory for Gangwon. This result leaves the home supporters deeply frustrated with their team's offensive identity.
Key Questions
How many shots on target did Incheon have?
Incheon United failed to register a single shot on target throughout the entire 90 minutes of the match.
Who scored the match-winner?
Kim Dae-Won secured the 1-0 victory for Gangwon FC with a clinical finish in the 44th minute.
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 Crunch Match at Sungui Arena Park
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 84/100. Separated by a single point, this top-four clash is a pivotal six-pointer that will severely test both sides' K League 1 title credentials.
The Setup
May 02, 2026, marks a critical juncture as third-placed Incheon United host fourth-placed Gangwon FC at Sungui Arena Park. With Incheon on 14 points and Gangwon breathing down their necks on 13, a soaring Stakes rating confirms this is a genuine early-season six-pointer. The numbers point to a remarkably tight affair; an off-the-charts Balance score illustrates how evenly matched these two sides are in quality. While both boast respectable Form, Incheon’s defensive record—leaking 15 goals in just 10 matches—contrasts sharply with Gangwon’s tighter backline that has conceded only nine times. That structural difference sets the stage for a fascinating clash of styles.
Key Battle
Expect a gritty, tactical war of attrition rather than moments of individual magic deciding this contest. The crucial battleground lies in the midfield transition. Gangwon’s disciplined defensive unit will look to absorb pressure and launch swift counter-attacks against an Incheon defense that has shown a distinct tendency to crack when stretched. Incheon's central midfielders must aggressively cut off those supply lines before they reach the final third. If they fail to assert control in the middle of the park, they risk being thoroughly exposed in front of their home fans.
Our Prediction
Our take points to Gangwon FC snatching a narrow 2-1 victory on the road. Despite Incheon's home advantage, Gangwon holds a marginal edge in our expectations. Their superior defensive solidity should allow them to weather the early storm, exploit the vast spaces left by Incheon's aggressive positioning, and secure three vital points in this top-tier showdown.