K League 1 Gameweek 24
Jeonbuk Motors 1 - 0 FT Ulsan Hyundai FC
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots on Target
Corners
Fouls
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Match Events
28' Choi Woo-Jin
HT
↓ Kim Young-Gwon ↑Lee Jae-Ik 46'
46' ↓ Choi Woo-Jin ↑Kim Tae-Hyeon
Sim Sang-Min 51'
54' Bruno Mota (Lee Dong-Jun)
55' Bruno Mota
Jung Seung-Hyun 60'
↓ H. Lee ↑Marcao 60'
↓ Lee Jin-Hyun ↑D. Bojanic 64'
65' ↓ Bruno Mota ↑Tiago Orobo
74' Lee Seung-Woo
76' ↓ Maeng Seong-Ung ↑J. Gamboa
76' ↓ Lee Seung-Woo ↑Italo
82' ↓ Lee Dong-Jun ↑Kim Seung-Sub
↓ Lee Gyu-Seong ↑B. Michel 82'
↓ Sim Sang-Min ↑Jang Si-Young 82'
Seo Myung-Guan 90'+6
90'+11 Kim Young-Bin
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Jeonbuk Motors
Goalkeepers
Song Bum-keun
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Defenders
Tae-hwan Kim
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Wi-je Cho
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Yeong-bin Kim
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Choi Woo-jin
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Midfielders
Seong-ung Maeng
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Jin-gyu Kim
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Dong-jun Lee
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Kang Sang-Yun
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Seung-Woo Lee
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Forwards
Bruno Mota
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BENCH
Ju-hyeon Lee
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Tae-hyeon Kim
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Kim Ha-Jun
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Park Ji-soo
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João Gamboa
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Yeong-jae Lee
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Tiago Orobó
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Italo
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Seung-seob Kim
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Ulsan Hyundai FC
Goalkeepers
Hyeon-woo Jo
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Defenders
Myeong-kwan Seo
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Jung Seung-hyeon
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Kim Young-gwon
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Midfielders
Sang-min Shim
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Kyu-seong Lee
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Thomas Oude Kotte
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Hyun-taek Cho
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Forwards
Lee Jin-hyun
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Dong-gyeong Lee
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Hui-gyun Lee
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BENCH
Byeong-keun Hwang
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Jae-ik Lee
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Choi Seok-Hyun
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Kang Sang-woo
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Darijan Bojanić
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Jo Min-seo
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Marcão
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Jang Si-young
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Benji Michel
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/11/2026 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 1 - 3 | Jeonbuk Motors | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 04/04/2026 | Jeonbuk Motors | 2 - 0 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Jeonju World Cup Stadium |
| 08/30/2025 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 0 - 2 | Jeonbuk Motors | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 05/31/2025 | Jeonbuk Motors | 3 - 1 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Jeonju World Cup Stadium |
| 03/01/2025 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 1 - 0 | Jeonbuk Motors | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 07/20/2024 | Jeonbuk Motors | 2 - 0 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Jeonju World Cup Stadium |
| 06/01/2024 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 1 - 0 | Jeonbuk Motors | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 03/30/2024 | Jeonbuk Motors | 2 - 2 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Jeonju World Cup Stadium |
| 03/12/2024 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 1 - 0 | Jeonbuk Motors | AFC Champions League | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 03/05/2024 | Jeonbuk Motors | 1 - 1 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | AFC Champions League | Jeonju World Cup Stadium |
07/11/2026
04/04/2026
08/30/2025
05/31/2025
03/01/2025
07/20/2024
06/01/2024
03/30/2024
03/12/2024
03/05/2024
Jeonbuk Motors Win
Ulsan Hyundai FC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 23 GD: +20
P: 23 GD: +4
P: 22 GD: +9
P: 23 GD: +8
P: 23 GD: +3
P: 24 GD: -6
P: 22 GD: +4
P: 23 GD: 0
P: 24 GD: 0
P: 23 GD: +1
P: 23 GD: -6
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 | 22 | 35 | 28 | 19 | +9 | |
| 5 | Jeju United FC | 24 | 35 | 27 | 24 | +3 | |
| 6 | Pohang Steelers | 24 | 31 | 22 | 28 | -6 | |
| 7 | FC Anyang | 24 | 30 | 30 | 37 | -7 | |
| 8 | Incheon United | 22 | 30 | 29 | 25 | +4 | |
| 9 | Bucheon FC 1995 | 24 | 30 | 27 | 27 | 0 | |
| 10 | Daejeon Citizen | 23 | 26 | 29 | 28 | +1 | |
| 11 | Gimcheon Sangmu FC | 24 | 26 | 23 | 29 | -6 | |
| 12 | Gwangju FC | 23 | 11 | 12 | 49 | -37 |
P: 24 GD: +27
P: 24 GD: +3
P: 24 GD: +9
P: 22 GD: +9
P: 24 GD: +3
P: 24 GD: -6
P: 24 GD: -7
P: 22 GD: +4
P: 24 GD: 0
P: 23 GD: +1
P: 24 GD: -6
P: 23 GD: -37
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
A Tactical Masterclass in the Title Race Clash
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 51/100. This monumental six-pointer flipped the K League title race on its head, proving that supreme tactical discipline can entirely suffocate sterile possession.
Opening Act
The K League title clash at Jeonju World Cup Stadium began as a tense tactical chess match. Ulsan Hyundai FC controlled possession at 58%, attempting to dictate the tempo against their fierce rivals. However, the high Stakes of this encounter translated into a suffocating defensive display from the hosts. Jeonbuk Motors absorbed the pressure perfectly, demonstrating immense Intensity in their challenges to disrupt the visitors' rhythm. Despite probing constantly and throwing bodies forward, Ulsan failed to register a single shot on target in the opening phases.
The Pivot
The Balance of this crunch match was irrevocably altered in the 54th minute. After soaking up wave after wave of possession, Jeonbuk launched a ruthless sequence. Lee Dong-Jun carved open the defensive line and delivered a precise assist for Bruno Mota, who made absolutely no mistake with his finish. Ulsan’s goalkeeper Jo Hyeon-woo managed four saves throughout the afternoon to keep his side alive, but he was left entirely exposed for this decisive blow. It was a singular moment of quality that turned sterile dominance into a fatal wound.
Resolution
Armed with the lead, Jeonbuk simply locked the gates and threw away the key. A high Upset Factor loomed large as Ulsan desperately pushed forward, finishing the match with ten total shots but utterly lacking a clinical edge in the final third. This 1-0 victory is a massive result that propels the home side directly into the title race, bringing them level on points with second-placed Ulsan. For the visitors, it is a bitter pill to swallow on derby day, raising serious questions about their ability to break down elite defensive blocks when local pride is on the line.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Jeonbuk Motors's season?
This crucial victory closes the gap at the top, firmly establishing Jeonbuk as legitimate contenders in a tightening K League title race.
Did the derby intensity affect the quality of play?
Absolutely. The fierce midfield battles led to a fragmented game where Ulsan failed to manage a single shot on target despite dominating possession.
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.
Hyundai Derby Title Clash: Jeonbuk Motors vs Ulsan Hyundai FC
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 94/100. A massive Stakes showdown where second meets third, delivering a true six-pointer that could ultimately define the K League title race.
The Setup
On August 22, 2026, Jeonju World Cup Stadium plays host to one of the most pivotal dates in the K League calendar. Jeonbuk Motors trail Ulsan Hyundai FC by just three points. The hosts come in with a stuttering Form profile, managing just one win in five, but derby day often wipes the slate clean. Ulsan arrive as absolute road warriors, boasting six victories from eleven away trips this season. With a combined goals-per-game average of 3.1, fans should expect attacking intent from the first whistle. An impressive Balance rating underlines the razor-thin margins between these two heavyweight contenders.
Key Battle
This fierce local rivalry will be decided by Jeonbuk's backline attempting to neutralize Ulsan's potent forward unit. Without their defensive block operating in absolute sync, the home side will struggle to contain the creative flair of Lee Dong-Gyeong and the cutting edge of Erick Farias. Meanwhile, veteran enforcer Jung Seung-Hyun will marshal Ulsan's rearguard, looking to confidently shut down any rapid Jeonbuk counter-attacks.
Our Prediction
Despite Ulsan's impressive away record, home advantage holds significant weight in this fixture. Expect a tense, highly physical encounter where Jeonbuk dig deep to edge it 2-1, reigniting their title charge and closing the gap at the summit.