K League 1 Gameweek 23
Ulsan Hyundai FC 2 - 3 FT Gangwon FC
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots on Target
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
15' Kim Young-Gwon (Lee Dong-Gyeong)
J. Sekidika (Lee You-Hyeon) 35'
Kim Young-Gwon 43'
HT
46' ↓ Lee Dong-Gyeong ↑Erick Farias
46' ↓ Jang Si-Young ↑Yago Cariello
46' ↓ Lee Jin-Hyun ↑Sim Sang-Min
55' Jung Seung-Hyun
↓ Kang Joon-Hyuck ↑Park Sang-Hyeok 66'
↓ Choe Byeong-Chan ↑Kim Do-Hyun 66'
↓ Goh Young-Jun ↑Kim Gun-Hee 81'
↓ Seo Min-Woo ↑Kim Dong-Hyun 81'
81' ↓ Lee Dong-Gyeong ↑H. Lee
Kim Dong-Hyun 82'
84' Yago Cariello
85' ↓ Lee Gyu-Seong ↑D. Bojanic
↓ Kim Dong-Hyun ↑H. Park 85'
90' H. Lee
M. Tuci 90'+7
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
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
Jang Si-young
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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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Kang Sang-woo
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BENCH
Ryu Seong-Min
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Sang-min Shim
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Jae-ik Lee
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Miłosz Trojak
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Hui-gyun Lee
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Darijan Bojanić
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In-woo Back
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Erick Farias
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Yago Cariello
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Gangwon FC
Goalkeepers
Park Cheong-hyo
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Defenders
Kang Joon-hyuk
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Marko Tuci
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Gi-Hyuk Lee
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Hong Chul
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Midfielders
Young-jun Goh
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You-Hyeon Lee
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Min-woo Seo
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Jesse Sekidika
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Forwards
Byeong-chan Choi
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Dae-won Kim
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BENCH
Jin-hyeok Hong
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Shin Min-Ha
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Ho-yeong Park
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Kim Dong-hyeon
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Seung Won Lee
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Do-Hyun Kim
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Park Sang-Hyeok
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Kim Gun-hee
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Ji-ho Lee
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/17/2026 | Gangwon FC | 2 - 0 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Chuncheon Songam Stadium |
| 02/28/2026 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 3 - 1 | Gangwon FC | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 07/27/2025 | Gangwon FC | 2 - 2 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Chuncheon Songam Stadium |
| 05/17/2025 | Gangwon FC | 1 - 1 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Chuncheon Songam Stadium |
| 04/19/2025 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 1 - 2 | Gangwon FC | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 11/01/2024 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 2 - 1 | Gangwon FC | K League 1 | Ulsan Complex Stadium |
| 09/13/2024 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 2 - 0 | Gangwon FC | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 05/19/2024 | Gangwon FC | 1 - 0 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Chuncheon Songam Stadium |
| 04/13/2024 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 4 - 0 | Gangwon FC | K League 1 | Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium |
| 08/12/2023 | Gangwon FC | 2 - 0 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | K League 1 | Gangneung Stadium |
05/17/2026
02/28/2026
07/27/2025
05/17/2025
04/19/2025
11/01/2024
09/13/2024
05/19/2024
04/13/2024
08/12/2023
Ulsan Hyundai FC Win
Gangwon FC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 23 GD: +20
P: 22 GD: +5
P: 22 GD: +9
P: 23 GD: +3
P: 21 GD: +8
P: 23 GD: -3
P: 22 GD: +4
P: 23 GD: 0
P: 23 GD: +1
P: 23 GD: -6
P: 22 GD: -4
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Seoul | 23 | 47 | 39 | 19 | +20 | |
| 2 | Ulsan Hyundai FC | 22 | 37 | 35 | 30 | +5 | |
| 3 | Jeonbuk Motors | 22 | 34 | 28 | 19 | +9 | |
| 4 | Jeju United FC | 23 | 34 | 27 | 24 | +3 | |
| 5 | Gangwon FC | 21 | 32 | 25 | 17 | +8 | |
| 6 | Pohang Steelers | 23 | 31 | 22 | 25 | -3 | |
| 7 | FC Anyang | 23 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 0 | |
| 8 | Incheon United | 21 | 29 | 28 | 24 | +4 | |
| 9 | Daejeon Citizen | 23 | 26 | 29 | 28 | +1 | |
| 10 | Gimcheon Sangmu FC | 22 | 24 | 22 | 28 | -6 | |
| 11 | Bucheon FC 1995 | 22 | 24 | 21 | 25 | -4 | |
| 12 | Gwangju FC | 23 | 11 | 12 | 49 | -37 |
P: 23 GD: +20
P: 22 GD: +5
P: 22 GD: +9
P: 23 GD: +3
P: 21 GD: +8
P: 23 GD: -3
P: 23 GD: 0
P: 21 GD: +4
P: 23 GD: +1
P: 22 GD: -6
P: 22 GD: -4
P: 23 GD: -37
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Gangwon Steals the Show in Five-Goal Derby Classic
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 83/100. A ruthless masterclass in finishing from the visitors turned a tactical East Coast Derby into a wildly unpredictable shootout.
Early Dominance and Immediate Replies
The roar of the Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium set the perfect stage, underscoring the massive Stakes of this crunch fixture. Ulsan Hyundai FC seized immediate control, dominating possession with an imposing 63% share of the ball. Their early authority paid off when Lee Dong-Gyeong expertly picked out Kim Young-Gwon, who fired the hosts ahead in the 15th minute. But Gangwon FC refused to capitulate under the pressure. Exploiting the channels with lethal efficiency, they restored the Balance on 35 minutes when J. Sekidika latched onto a precise ball from Lee You-Hyeon to level the scoreline.
Chaos and Calamity
The match’s Intensity escalated dramatically just before the interval, turning the tactical battle into pure chaos. In a cruel twist of fate, first-half hero Kim Young-Gwon inadvertently directed the ball into his own net, gifting Gangwon an unexpected 2-1 lead heading into the break. Ulsan emerged from the tunnel with renewed venom, throwing bodies forward in a desperate bid to salvage local pride. Their relentless pressure finally broke the resistance in the 55th minute as Jung Seung-Hyun smashed home a crucial equaliser. With the lead constantly shifting, the tactical blueprint was torn up.
The Final Blow
Despite managing 122 attacks and heavily pinning the visitors back, Ulsan lacked the final killer touch. Gangwon, meanwhile, boasted an incredibly high Upset Factor by capitalising on their rare entries into the final third. The definitive blow landed in the 82nd minute when Kim Dong-Hyun struck an opportunistic match-winner. Surviving a late barrage of Ulsan pressure, Gangwon held on to secure a massive 3-2 victory away from home. The result leaves Ulsan stranded on 37 points, taking a serious dent in their title race ambitions, while Gangwon solidifies their 5th place position.
Key Questions
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
Gangwon's incredibly clinical finishing—scoring three times from just three shots on target—combined with defensive calamity from a possession-dominant Ulsan side sparked the chaos.
How did Ulsan Hyundai FC complete the comeback from behind?
After falling 2-1 behind to an unfortunate own goal, Ulsan applied massive second-half pressure, culminating in a powerful 55th-minute equaliser from Jung Seung-Hyun to briefly restore parity.
What does this mean for Ulsan Hyundai FC's season?
Sitting second in the table, dropping three points at home in a vital derby is a severe blow to their title ambitions and defensive confidence.
What is the East Coast Derby?
The East Coast Derby is the rivalry between Ulsan Hyundai FC and Gangwon FC, a passionate regional rivalry with deep local significance.
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.
East Coast Derby Delivers a Crucial Top-Four Showdown
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 91/100. This regional rivalry carries massive title implications as second-placed Ulsan host fourth-placed Gangwon in a genuine top-four clash.
The Setup
Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium sets the stage for a blockbuster K League 1 fixture. With Ulsan Hyundai FC sitting on 37 points and Gangwon FC breathing down their necks on 32 points, the Stakes for this East Coast Derby could not be higher. Ulsan come into this match boasting a stronger recent Form rating with three wins from their last five, though a recent stumble suggests they are not invincible. Gangwon have struggled for consistency lately, yet the odds slightly favor the away side in what shapes up to be an incredibly tight affair. This parity is reflected in an off-the-charts Balance rating, proving that table positions mean little when local pride is on the line.
Key Battle
Ulsan’s midfield firepower, spearheaded by Lee Dong-Gyeong and Erick Farias, will test the resilience of Gangwon's defensive block. High Stars ratings for the home side mean Gangwon must rely on suffocating unit-wide pressing rather than individual brilliance to stifle Ulsan's creative engines.
Our Prediction
Expect a cagey opening half as both sides weigh the heavy consequences of dropping points. Ulsan will likely control possession, but Gangwon's threat on the counter makes this a razor-thin matchup. Our take is a tense 1-1 draw, leaving the title race wide open.