AFC Champions League League Phase East - 5
Ulsan Hyundai FC 0 - 0 FT Buriram United
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
HT
↓ Bissoli ↑S. Mueanta 73'
75' Miłosz Trojak
80' ↓ M. Lacava ↑Ko Seung-Beom
↓ Ibiza ↑T. Bunmathan 82'
85' ↓ H. Lee ↑Um Won-Sang
85' ↓ Lee Jin-Hyun ↑Lee Chung-Yong
85' ↓ Marcao ↑Heo Yool
90' In-woo Back
Robert Žulj 90'+4
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Ulsan Hyundai FC
Goalkeepers
Moon Jung-In 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
90
Minutes
Defenders
Choi Seok-Hyun 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Seo Myung-Guan 
MAGNET
97
Activity
97
Activity
96
Passes
1
Duels
Lee Jae-Ik 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
71%
Duel Win %
Park Min-Seo 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
72%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
M. Trojak 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Lacava 
DRIBBLER
6
Dribbles
6
Dribbles
8
Attempts
75%
Success %
Lee Jin-Hyun
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
H. Lee
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Baek In-Woo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Marcao
STORMTROOPER
4
Shots
4
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
BENCH
Ryu Seong-Min
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Cho Hyun-Taek
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jung Seung-Hyun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kang Sang-Woo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jung Woo-Young
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Bojanic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ko Seung-Beom
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kim Min-Hyeok
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lee Chung-Yong
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Ludwigson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Um Won-Sang
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Heo Yool
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Buriram United
Goalkeepers
N. Etheridge
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Ko Myeong-Seok
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ibiza
LATE SHIFT
8
Late Mins
8
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
82
Entry
C. Good
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
K. Schindler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Causic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Dougall
MAGNET
76
Activity
76
Activity
67
Passes
9
Duels
P. Zulj
MAGNET
96
Activity
96
Activity
86
Passes
10
Duels
F. Stojkovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
C. Bootprom
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Haiprakon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Hemviboon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Bunmathan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Walsh
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Sukjitthammakul
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Maikami
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Mueanta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/02/2025 | Buriram United | 2 - 1 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | AFC Champions League | Chang Arena |
12/02/2025
Ulsan Hyundai FC Win
Buriram United Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -3
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -8
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Ulsan's Siege Thwarted by Buriram's Defiant Defence
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 9/100. A dominant but toothless performance from the hosts allowed the visitors to escape with a vital point in this continental clash.
The Siege of Ulsan Munsu
The encounter at the Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium began with a clear tactical blueprint as Ulsan Hyundai FC looked to assert their authority from the opening whistle. Orchestrating play from the back, the Korean side controlled the early tempo, resulting in an Intensity rating of 1.2. The hosts launched a persistent offensive, racking up 10 total shots as they sought to exploit the wings. Despite their 52% possession, the Ulsan frontline struggled to turn territorial dominance into high-quality openings. The Thai visitors, meanwhile, were content to sit deep, absorbing wave after wave of pressure while offering very little in the way of counter-attacking threat, resulting in a cagey opening phase that tested the patience of the home support.
The Defensive Fortress
As the match progressed into the second half, the Balance score of 1.0 reflected a game played almost entirely in one half of the pitch. Buriram United displayed remarkable defensive discipline, led by their shot-stopper who produced 4 crucial saves to keep the scores level. While Ulsan managed 4 shots on target, they lacked the clinical edge required to bypass a congested penalty area. Buriram’s tactical commitment was absolute; they recorded zero shots on target and only three attempts in total, yet their ability to manage the game’s rhythm prevented the hosts from finding any real fluidity. The lack of a Upset Factor in the metrics underscored that while Ulsan were the aggressors, Buriram were perfectly comfortable playing for the stalemate.
Implications for the Continent
The final whistle brought a sense of relief for the visitors and deep frustration for the home side. With the Stakes score of 1.0, the result leaves Buriram United in a relatively strong position, holding onto fifth place with 11 points. For Ulsan Hyundai FC, the draw feels like a significant missed opportunity; they remain in ninth place, languishing outside the primary qualification spots with just 8 points from seven matches. The stats tell a story of total control without the final touch, as Ulsan's 567 passes and 87% accuracy count for little without a breakthrough. Both sides now look ahead to the remaining fixtures, where Ulsan must find a way to sharpen their attacking sword if they are to climb the table.
Key Questions
How dominant were Ulsan Hyundai FC in this match?
Ulsan dominated with 10 shots to Buriram's 3 and held 52% possession, but failed to score despite four shots on target.
What does this result mean for the league standings?
Buriram United remains in 5th place with 11 points, while Ulsan Hyundai FC stays 9th with 8 points after seven games.
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.
Survival Instincts at the Munsu
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 31/100. This is a gritty battle for positioning where the loser risks falling below the top-24 playoff line in the updated league phase format.
The Setup
As the AFC Champions League enters its fifth round, Ulsan Hyundai FC find themselves in a precarious ninth position. Their recent Form rating of 4.1 reflects a side struggling for consistency, despite a solitary win in their last five outings. They welcome Buriram United to the Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium, a side currently sitting more comfortably in fifth but coming off a recent defeat. With a Stakes score of 4.0, this isn't a title-decider, but it is a fundamental survival exercise. The low Stars metric of 1.7 suggests we won't see individual magic decide the day; instead, collective discipline will be the currency of the afternoon.
Key Battle
The tactical friction will occur in the transition zones. Ulsan will look to Lee Dong-Gyeong to provide the creative spark from midfield, attempting to unlock a Buriram defense that has remained relatively sturdy. Buriram will likely sit deep and look for the outlet of Bissoli, hoping to exploit any over-extension from the home side. Without a high Balance score (3.1), expect the match to be defined by which team blinks first under the pressure of the knockout-style atmosphere.
Our Prediction
Expect a low-scoring affair. Ulsan’s home advantage is neutralized by their lack of clinical finishing, while Buriram are pragmatic enough to play for a point on the road. The game script suggests a midfield stalemate with very few clear-cut chances. A 1-1 draw seems the most plausible outcome, leaving both teams with work to do in the final rounds to ensure they stay above the qualification threshold.