K League 1 Regular Season - 18
Jeju United FC 2 - 1 FT Pohang Steelers
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots on Target
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
35' M. Jang
37' Oh Jae-Hyeok
J. Tranziska 38'
Kim Dong-Jin 43'
HT
↓ Ki Sung-Yueng ↑Jin Si-woo 46'
46' ↓ Oh Jae-Hyeok ↑Kim Jun-ha
46' ↓ M. Jang ↑Lee Chang-Min
↓ K. Nishiya ↑Kim Seung-Ho 61'
61' ↓ Shin Sang-Eun ↑Kim Shin-Jin
↓ Kim Dong-Jin ↑Hwang Seo-Woong 68'
↓ J. An ↑Cho Sang-Hyeok 68'
78' Kim Shin-Jin (Yu In-Soo)
79' ↓ Park Chang-Jun ↑Choi Byung-wook
82' Italo (Lee Chang-Min)
Pohang Steelers 85'
85' T. Figueiredo
88' ↓ Nam Tae-Hee ↑Kwon Gi-min
FT
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/11/2026 | Pohang Steelers | 0 - 2 | Jeju United FC | K League 1 | Pohang Steel Yard |
| 09/21/2025 | Pohang Steelers | 1 - 0 | Jeju United FC | K League 1 | Pohang Steel Yard |
| 06/21/2025 | Pohang Steelers | 2 - 1 | Jeju United FC | K League 1 | Pohang Steel Yard |
| 04/20/2025 | Jeju United FC | 2 - 0 | Pohang Steelers | K League 1 | Jeju World Cup Stadium |
| 08/28/2024 | Pohang Steelers | 2 - 1 | Jeju United FC | FA Cup | Steelyard Stadium |
| 08/21/2024 | Jeju United FC | 2 - 2 | Pohang Steelers | FA Cup | Jeju World Cup Stadium |
| 07/13/2024 | Jeju United FC | 2 - 1 | Pohang Steelers | K League 1 | Jeju World Cup Stadium |
| 05/12/2024 | Pohang Steelers | 1 - 1 | Jeju United FC | K League 1 | Steelyard Stadium |
| 03/30/2024 | Jeju United FC | 0 - 2 | Pohang Steelers | K League 1 | Jeju World Cup Stadium |
| 11/01/2023 | Jeju United FC | 1 - 1 (AET) | Pohang Steelers | FA Cup | Jeju World Cup Stadium |
04/11/2026
09/21/2025
06/21/2025
04/20/2025
08/28/2024
08/21/2024
07/13/2024
05/12/2024
03/30/2024
11/01/2023
Jeju United FC Win
Pohang Steelers Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 18 GD: +18
P: 18 GD: +12
P: 18 GD: +9
P: 18 GD: +3
P: 18 GD: 0
P: 18 GD: +3
P: 18 GD: +3
P: 18 GD: -2
P: 18 GD: +1
P: 18 GD: -6
P: 18 GD: -8
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Seoul | 22 | 44 | 35 | 17 | +18 | |
| 2 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 22 | 37 | 35 | 30 | +5 | |
| 3 | Jeonbuk Motors | 22 | 34 | 28 | 19 | +9 | |
| 4 | Gangwon FC | 21 | 32 | 25 | 17 | +8 | |
| 5 | Jeju United FC | 22 | 31 | 25 | 24 | +1 | |
| 6 | FC Anyang | 22 | 30 | 30 | 28 | +2 | |
| 7 | Incheon United | 21 | 29 | 28 | 24 | +4 | |
| 8 | Pohang Steelers | 22 | 28 | 20 | 24 | -4 | |
| 9 | Daejeon Citizen | 22 | 26 | 27 | 24 | +3 | |
| 10 | Gimcheon Sangmu FC | 22 | 24 | 22 | 28 | -6 | |
| 11 | Bucheon FC 1995 | 22 | 24 | 21 | 25 | -4 | |
| 12 | Gwangju FC | 22 | 11 | 11 | 47 | -36 |
P: 22 GD: +18
P: 22 GD: +5
P: 22 GD: +9
P: 21 GD: +8
P: 22 GD: +1
P: 22 GD: +2
P: 21 GD: +4
P: 22 GD: -4
P: 22 GD: +3
P: 22 GD: -6
P: 22 GD: -4
P: 22 GD: -36
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Island Eruption: A Four-Minute Turnaround
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 75/100. A dramatic late comeback breathed life into the hosts' turbulent campaign, proving they can punch above their weight when it matters most.
A Tense Tactical Standoff
Jeju World Cup Stadium hosted a match where the tension was palpable from the very first whistle. Jeju United FC and Pohang Steelers engaged in a tight midfield chess match, resulting in perfectly balanced possession throughout the opening half. The sheer Intensity of the challenges set a gruelling tempo, but it was the visitors who ultimately found the elusive breakthrough. In the 38th minute, J. Tranziska silenced the passionate home crowd, capitalizing on a rapid transition to put Pohang ahead. The away side looked entirely comfortable in their shape, managing the game with tactical discipline while the hosts struggled to convert their mounting corner-kick pressure into meaningful attempts on goal before the interval.
The Four-Minute Blitz
The second half transformed a cautious tactical affair into an outright thriller, heavily tipping the scales of the Upset Factor. Trailing for much of the afternoon, the islanders refused to accept their fate and began to apply immense attacking pressure. The critical turning point finally arrived in the 78th minute when Kim Shin-Jin latched onto a brilliant feed from Yu In-Soo to restore parity. That equalizer completely shifted the psychological momentum. Just four minutes later, the stadium erupted a second time. Lee Chang-Min orchestrated a superb attacking move, setting up Italo for a clinical finish in the 82nd minute. This quickfire double turned the match entirely on its head, leaving the visitors stunned and their defensive structure in ruins.
Holding the Fort
Just as the hosts looked to coast toward a famous victory, the narrative took yet another dramatic twist. In the 85th minute, a straight red card for T. Figueiredo left his side a man down for the nerve-wracking closing stages. The Stakes were immense for a team desperate to pull themselves out of the relegation mire, and the sudden loss of Balance on the pitch tested their resolve. Despite the numerical disadvantage and a frantic late barrage of aerial attacks from the visitors, the home defense stood incredibly firm. They absorbed wave after wave of pressure, stubbornly protecting their narrow 2-1 lead until the referee signaled the end of a chaotic, unforgettable afternoon.
Key Questions
How did the red card for T. Figueiredo impact the match?
It forced the hosts into a desperate low block for the final ten minutes, requiring heroic defending to absorb relentless pressure and protect their lead.
How did Jeju United FC complete the comeback from behind?
A sudden attacking surge yielded two goals in four minutes, with Kim Shin-Jin equalizing before Italo fired home the devastating 82nd-minute winner.
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.
Away Specialists Target Top-Four Consolidation
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 65/100. Pohang's formidable road record clashes with Jeju's home struggles in a match that could redefine the K League 1 top-four race.
The Setup
This July 18, 2026 clash at Jeju World Cup Stadium arrives at a fascinating juncture. Jeju United FC are trapped in a cycle of home misery, managing just two wins in front of their own fans all season. In sharp contrast, Pohang Steelers are the division's away specialists, taking maximum points in over half their matches on the road. A modest Stakes rating reflects the mid-season timing, but this remains a crucial battle for Champions League spots. A strong Balance indicator promises a tightly contested affair. While the Stars rating remains low across the board, Pohang's superior Form gives them undeniable momentum heading into this fixture.
Key Battle
This game hinges on structural discipline rather than individual brilliance. Jeju's fragile backline must find a way to absorb sustained pressure without cracking. Pohang's midfield transitions are sharp and purposeful. If the visitors dominate possession in the middle third and force turnovers, the hosts will struggle to launch any effective counter-attacks.
Our Prediction
The betting markets inexplicably favour a home win. We strongly disagree. Pohang's resilience on the road perfectly exploits Jeju's deep-rooted anxiety at home. Expect the visitors to dictate the tempo and secure a clinical 1-2 victory.