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Daejeon Citizen

DAE

한국어 flag 한국어
Form: DDDWL
Squad Size 32
City Daejeon
Stadium Daejeon World Cup Stadium
Founded 1997

Daejeon Citizen occupy 9th in K League 1 with 32 points collected, showing inconsistent form. The numbers reflect stability - neither the anxiety of relegation nor the ecstasy of title challenges. Mid-table security provides foundation, but ambition requires more.

Match Coverage

Daejeon Citizen results, scores, and our take on recent matches

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Absolute scenes at Daejeon World Cup Stadium! Two stoppage-time goals flip the script as Daejeon stun Ulsan 2-1. A monumental result in the survival fight! 🤯🔥 #KLeague #DaejeonCitizen #UlsanHyundai

Stoppage-Time Mayhem: Daejeon Stun Ulsan in Late Thriller Two stoppage-time strikes ignited absolute bedlam, proving Daejeon’s survival instincts are very much alive. Setting the Tempo The atmosphere at Daejeon World Cup Stadium was thick with tension as Daejeon Citizen desperately sought vital points in their relegation battle. The hosts came...
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A 3-0 home demolition on paper, but the real story at Daejeon World Cup Stadium was a 42nd-minute red card. Down to ten men, Gangwon FC completely collapsed. Massive points for Daejeon's survival! 🟥🔥⚽ #KLeague #DaejeonCitizen #GangwonFC

A Red Card And A Daejeon Masterclass At Home A critical sending-off right before half-time completely altered the dynamic, allowing a relegation-threatened side to ruthlessly dismantle high-flying opponents. The Tense Beginning The opening 40 minutes at Daejeon World Cup Stadium offered a fascinating tactical battle. High-flying Gangwon FC arrived looking...
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A 4-2 scoreline hides the chaos. FC Seoul dug deep to overturn an early deficit, sparking a late goal flurry that leaves Daejeon facing a brutal survival fight. #KLeague #FCSeoul #TitleRace

Late Goal Flurry Seals Dramatic Comeback in the Capital A stunning late onslaught at Seoul World Cup Stadium ensured the league leaders avoided a shock defeat, cementing their title credentials in a chaotic six-goal thriller. The Early Shock Daejeon Citizen arrived in the capital desperate for vital points, sitting dangerously...
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The scoreboard says 2-1 for the visitors, but the real story is Daejeon's absolute refusal to go down quietly. This massive away victory changes the entire complexion of the K League 1 relegation scrap! #KLeague1 #DaejeonCitizen #FCAnyang

Daejeon's Desperation Sinks Anyang in Thrilling Away Raid A masterclass in survival instincts saw the visitors upstage a top-half side, proving the K League 1 relegation battle is far from over. The Opening Salvo The form book was thrown entirely out the window the moment proceedings got underway at Anyang...
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The scoreboard shows a 2-0 win, but the reality was a gruelling war of attrition. A late double blow leaves Gwangju rooted to the bottom of the table. #KLeague1 #Daejeon #GwangjuFC

Late Drama Deepens Gwangju's Relegation Despair A cagey relegation six-pointer burst into life late on, leaving Gwangju firmly rooted to the foot of the table. A Tense Stand-Off at Daejeon World Cup Stadium The relegation battle Stakes were palpable from the first whistle as Gwangju FC arrived desperate for points....
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The relegation battle just gave us an absolute classic. Gimcheon Sangmu snatch all three points in the 94th minute after Daejeon thought they'd stolen a dramatic draw. Pure K League madness! #KLeague #GimcheonSangmu #RelegationBattle

Injury-Time Heartbreak Defines Relegation Six-Pointer A chaotic five-goal thriller proved exactly why the fight for K League survival produces the most spectacular, nerve-shredding drama. Opening Exchanges The relegation battle demands courage, and the visitors brought plenty to Gimcheon Stadium in the opening sequences. Daejeon Citizen immediately set about trying to...
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A dramatic missed penalty from Seung-Woo Lee deep in first-half stoppage time meant honors ended even at Jeonju World Cup Stadium. A gritty point for struggling Daejeon. #KLeague #Jeonbuk #Daejeon

Penalty Heartbreak at Jeonju World Cup Stadium Our verdict is clear: a complete absence of attacking precision meant a dramatic missed penalty was the only genuine talking point in a dismal stalemate. A Cautious Opening Act The early exchanges at Jeonju World Cup Stadium offered precious little for the purists,...
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A massive 2-0 lead erased! Daejeon struck twice early, but Ulsan fought back in a tense 2-2 draw. Relegation fears and top-half ambitions clashed under the lights. #KLeague #Daejeon #UlsanFC

Tale of Two Halves at Daejeon World Cup Stadium A desperate fight for relegation safety collided with upper-table ambition in a thrilling draw that showcased the unforgiving nature of top-flight football. The Opening Act The hosts understood the perilous Stakes of their ongoing relegation battle and attacked the early stages...
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A tense relegation battle at Jeju World Cup Stadium ends in a goalless draw. Despite 16 combined corners, neither side could find the crucial breakthrough in a match defined by caution. #KLeague #JejuUnited #DaejeonCitizen

Stalemate on the Island: Jeju and Daejeon Share the Spoils Our verdict is that this relegation scrap sacrificed attacking enterprise for sheer survival instinct, leaving both sides frustrated. Tactical Trenches Jeju World Cup Stadium hosted a crucial bottom-half clash where the Stakes were unmistakably high. Jeju United FC dominated possession...
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A point apiece on the scoreboard, but this 2-2 draw felt like a heavyweight slugfest. The fight for K League survival just got significantly more complicated for both sides. #KLeague #DaejeonCitizen #BucheonFC

Relegation Desperation Ignites Eight-Minute Goal Frenzy A ferocious 2-2 draw provided maximum entertainment but did neither side any real favours in their desperate scramble for K League 1 survival. The Tension Drops The atmosphere inside Daejeon World Cup Stadium was thick with apprehension long before kickoff. With Daejeon Citizen and...
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A valiant comeback effort at the Daejeon World Cup Stadium ultimately fell short. Seoul’s 88th-minute strike proved why they lead the pack, breaking local hearts. #KLeague #FCSeoul #Daejeon

A Dagger to Daejeon Hearts In a clash heavily weighed by contrasting ambitions, a late strike secured top-tier bragging rights for the league leaders while leaving the hosts anchored near the drop zone. First Blood to the Leaders Daejeon Citizen controlled possession at the Daejeon World Cup Stadium, managing 56%...
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A tense stalemate at Chuncheon Songam Stadium explodes in the final minutes! Gangwon strike twice late on to break Daejeon's resistance and secure vital points. #KLeague1 #GangwonFC #LateDrama

87th-Minute Magic: Gangwon Shatter Daejeon's Stubborn Resistance A gruelling tactical chess match exploded into life in the dying embers, proving Gangwon's relentless persistence can break even the most disciplined defensive lines. The Attritional Stalemate The contest at Chuncheon Songam Stadium began as an exercise in sheer attrition. Gangwon FC dictated...
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66% possession, zero points. Daejeon learned the hard way that the ball matters less than what you do with it, as Pohang struck twice on the counter. A brutal smash and grab! #KLeague #Pohang #DCFC

Ruthless Pohang Expose Daejeon's Sterile Dominance An object lesson in clinical finishing over hollow possession left the home crowd stunned as the visitors executed the perfect away-day masterclass. The Illusion of Control The early proceedings at Daejeon World Cup Stadium painted a deceptive picture of domestic dominance. Daejeon Citizen came...
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A dire K League stalemate. Despite 12 corners of set-piece pressure, neither team found the net. The 0-0 scoreline masks a deep lack of attacking edge that must be addressed. #KLeague #Incheon

Set-Piece Frustrations in a Goalless Grind A distinct lack of attacking quality left both sides settling for a point in a match that promised much but delivered very little. Opening Act: A Blunt Exchange Daejeon Citizen and Incheon United arrived at the Daejeon World Cup Stadium desperate for points, but...
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The scoreboard at Gwangju Football Stadium tells a brutal story. Daejeon Citizen showed absolutely no mercy to a crumbling defense, dropping five goals and deepening the home nightmare. #KLeague1 #DaejeonCitizen #GwangjuFC

A Five-Star Masterclass in Gwangju A relentless Daejeon Citizen offense tore through a fragile home defense to secure a commanding victory that deepens the relegation fears at Gwangju Football Stadium. The Opening Salvo The Stakes were unmistakably high for a Gwangju FC side desperate to snap a dire five-match losing...
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Season Statistics

Full league record with goals, form, and recent streaks

9th Place
Form
DDDWLLLWLW

Record

P25
W8
D8
L9
Pts32
Win%32%

Goals

Scored34
Conceded29
Diff +5
Avg/G1.4
Conc/G1.2

Defense & Discipline

Clean Sheets7
Failed to Score9
Pens Scored0
Pens Missed1

Best Streaks

2 Win Streak
4 Draw Streak
3 Loss Streak

League Standings

League Standings

Full K League 1 table with points, goal difference and recent form

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 FC Seoul 25 53 47 19 +28
2 Jeonbuk Motors 25 38 31 22 +9
3 Ulsan Hyundai FC 25 37 38 36 +2
4 Gangwon FC 24 36 30 24 +6
5 Jeju United FC 25 35 28 26 +2
6 Pohang Steelers 25 34 24 29 -5
7 FC Anyang 25 33 32 38 -6
8 Incheon United 24 33 31 27 +4
9 Daejeon Citizen 25 32 34 29 +5
10 Bucheon FC 1995 25 30 27 28 -1
11 Gimcheon Sangmu FC 25 27 23 29 -6
12 Gwangju FC 25 12 14 52 -38
1 FC Seoul 53 pts
P: 25 GD: +28
2 Jeonbuk Motors 38 pts
P: 25 GD: +9
3 Ulsan Hyundai FC 37 pts
P: 25 GD: +2
4 Gangwon FC 36 pts
P: 24 GD: +6
5 Jeju United FC 35 pts
P: 25 GD: +2
6 Pohang Steelers 34 pts
P: 25 GD: -5
7 FC Anyang 33 pts
P: 25 GD: -6
8 Incheon United 33 pts
P: 24 GD: +4
9 Daejeon Citizen 32 pts
P: 25 GD: +5
10 Bucheon FC 1995 30 pts
P: 25 GD: -1
11 Gimcheon Sangmu FC 27 pts
P: 25 GD: -6
12 Gwangju FC 12 pts
P: 25 GD: -38

Match History

Recent results and upcoming fixtures with scores and standings

Squad Cards

Every player in the squad with our season ratings

2026/2027 Season 32 players

Goalkeepers

Kim Min-Soo
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Lee Chang-Geun
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Lee Jun-Seo
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Defenders

A. Krivotsyuk
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D. Kim
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Ha Chang-Rae
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Jo Seong-Kwon
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Kang Yun-Sung
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Kim Jin-Ya
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Kim Min-Duk
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Kim Moon-Hwan
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Lee Myung-Jae
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Lim Jong-Eun
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Oh Jae-Suk
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Park Kyu-Hyun
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Seo Young-Jae
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Midfielders

G. Ludwigson
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Jeong Jae-Hee
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João Victor
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Kim Bong-Soo
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Lee Hyun-Sik
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Lee Soon-Min
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Park Byung-chan
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Seo Jin-Su
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Um Won-Sang
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Victor Bobsin
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Forwards

Diogo de Oliveira
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Joo Min-Kyu
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Kim Hyeon-Ug
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Kim Jun-Bum
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M. Ishida
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Yu Kang-Hyun
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