AFC Champions League League Phase East - 7
Ulsan Hyundai FC 1 - 2 FT Melbourne City
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
M. Caputo (M. Younis) 36'
HT
↓ H. Delbridge ↑S. Souprayen 67'
↓ A. Lopane ↑H. Shillington 67'
68' ↓ Kang Sang-Woo ↑Jang Si-Young
↓ A. Kuen ↑D. Arzani 68'
69' ↓ Sim Sang-Min ↑Cho Hyun-Taek
69' ↓ H. Lee ↑Heo Yool
73' ↓ Seo Myung-Guan ↑M. Trojak
↓ M. Caputo ↑K. Rahmani 78'
80' D. Bojanic
M. Younis 90'
90'+1 ↓ Yago Cariello ↑Lee Jin-Hyun
Nathaniel Atkinson 90'+2
Marcus Younis 90'+3
↓ M. Memeti ↑B. Kutleshi 90'+4
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Ulsan Hyundai FC
Goalkeepers
Jo Hyeon-Woo 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Yoon Jong-Gyu 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Seo Myung-Guan 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Kim Young-Gwon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sim Sang-Min
PROVOCATEUR
5
Fouls Won
5
Fouls Won
11
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
D. Lee
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
D. Bojanic 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Lee Gyu-Seong
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kang Sang-Woo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
Forwards
H. Lee
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
Yago Cariello
PROVOCATEUR
5
Fouls Won
5
Fouls Won
13
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Ryu Seong-Min 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Cho Hyun-Taek
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lee Jae-Ik
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Choi Seok-Hyun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Trojak
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lee Jin-Hyun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Baek In-Woo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcao
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Heo Yool
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pedrinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jang Si-Young
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Jo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Melbourne City
Goalkeepers
P. Beach
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
N. Atkinson 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
75%
Duel Win %
G. Ferreyra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Delbridge
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
A. Behich
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
BENCH
J. Nieuwenhuizen
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
L. Bonetig
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Souprayen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Shillington
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Antoniou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Kutleshi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Z. Schreiber
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Durakovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Wong
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Arzani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Rahmani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +8
P: 7 GD: +7
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -6
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
Melbourne City’s Smash-and-Grab in Ulsan
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 36/100. A clinical display of finishing allowed the Australian visitors to overcome a heavy possession deficit and secure a vital continental away victory against the run of play.
The Possession Paradox
The atmosphere at the Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium was one of expectation as Ulsan Hyundai FC immediately sought to establish territorial dominance. Controlling 61% of the possession, the hosts moved the ball with precision, recording 503 total passes as they tried to dissect the visitor's defensive block. However, an Intensity score of 5.4 suggests a match that was more about tactical patience than frantic end-to-end action. While the Korean side looked comfortable in the middle third, they struggled to convert their 99 attacks into clear-cut opportunities. The Balance of the match was deceptive; despite Ulsan’s control of the pitch, they managed only two shots on target throughout the entire ninety minutes, a statistic that would ultimately prove their undoing against a far more efficient opponent.
Efficiency Over Volume
The complexion of the match shifted as Melbourne City began to exploit the spaces left behind by Ulsan’s high line. Despite having significantly less of the ball, the visitors were far more proactive in the final third, unleashing 14 shots with a 50% accuracy rate. This clinical edge created a significant Upset Factor, as the Australian side defied their 19% probability gap. The turning point came from City’s ability to transition at speed, bypassing the Ulsan midfield and forcing the home keeper into four crucial saves. While Ulsan’s build-up was methodical, Melbourne’s approach was direct and devastating. The tactical Stakes were high in this Champions League clash, and City’s willingness to absorb pressure before striking like a coiled spring left the home crowd in stunned silence.
A Continental Statement
As the final whistle blew, the scoreboard told a story of efficiency versus enterprise. The 1-2 result propelled Melbourne City to fourth in the standings with 13 points, solidifying their position as genuine contenders after a strong run of form (WDWWW). For Ulsan Hyundai FC, the loss is a bitter pill to swallow, leaving them languishing in ninth place with a negative goal difference. Despite their 79% pass accuracy and superior possession, the lack of a clinical edge in the box was evident. The Upset Factor rating reflects a night where the underdog’s blueprint was executed to perfection. As both teams look ahead, Melbourne City carries the momentum of a successful away day, while Ulsan must find a way to turn dominance into goals before their continental campaign slips further away.
Key Questions
What was the final score between Ulsan Hyundai and Melbourne City?
Melbourne City won the match 1-2 away from home at the Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium.
How did the possession stats compare?
Ulsan Hyundai FC dominated possession with 61%, while Melbourne City had 39% of the ball.
Where do the teams stand after this match?
Melbourne City moved into 4th place, while Ulsan Hyundai FC dropped to 9th in the standings.
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.
Ulsan’s Last Stand Against the City Machine
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 63/100. A high-stakes clash where Ulsan must break their slump to stay in the direct qualification hunt against a red-hot Melbourne side.
The Setup
As the AFC Champions League enters its decisive phase, Ulsan Hyundai FC finds itself in a precarious 9th position, just outside the direct qualification threshold. Despite a disappointing Form rating of 5.2, the hosts remain the favorites at the Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium. Their mission is clear: survive and advance. In their way stands Melbourne City, a side currently sitting 4th and boasting a formidable run of results. While the Stars metric is low at 1.6, the tactical Balance of 8.7 suggests a disciplined, high-level tactical encounter rather than a chaotic shootout.
Key Battle
The game will be won or lost in the transition zone. Lee Dong-Gyeong will be tasked with unlocking a Melbourne City defensive unit that has been exceptionally organized during their recent unbeaten streak. With Jung Seung-Hyun anchoring the home defense, Ulsan must prevent the Australian visitors from exploiting the space on the counter-attack, which has been Melbourne's primary weapon in their rise to the top four.
Our Prediction
Expect Ulsan to dominate possession, driven by the urgency of the Stakes involved. While Melbourne City’s away efficiency makes them dangerous, the creative output of Erick Farias and the desperate need for three points should tip the scale. It will be a cagey affair, but Ulsan’s home advantage is predicted to secure a 2-1 win, ending their winless run just when it matters most.