Gangwon FC

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Form: WLWLL
Squad Size 40
City Gangneung
Stadium Gangneung Stadium
Founded 2008

Gangwon FC hold 8th in AFC Champions League Elite, with mixed recent results. With 10 points, they exist in football's quiet middle ground - too good for relegation, too limited for European dreams. The numbers confirm: this is who they are. The squad features Shin Min-Ha (INTERCEPTOR), Mo Jae-Hyeon (GOLD BOOT), and Park Cheong-Hyo (MAGNET).

Match Coverage

Gangwon FC results, scores, and our take on recent matches

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Match
Score
League
Coverage

The scoreboard says 2-1 Anyang, but the real story is their ruthless efficiency. Gangwon dominated possession, but early counter-attacks sealed a brilliant upset! #FCAnyang #GangwonFC #KLeague1

Anyang's Ruthless Efficiency Stuns High-Flying Gangwon Despite surrendering the lion's share of possession, a clinical first-half display allowed the underdogs to execute a brilliant tactical ambush. Out of the Blocks The crowd at Anyang Stadium barely had time to settle before the hosts ripped up the form book in spectacular...
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High-flying Gangwon hit a stubborn wall! A frantic first-half flurry ends 1-1, keeping Jeju fighting for survival and frustrating Gangwon's title hopes. 🧱🌴 #KLeague #JejuUnited #GangwonFC

Island Resistance Stalls High-Flying Gangwon A rapid exchange of first-half blows ultimately yielded a tense stalemate, testing the resilience of both title-chasers and relegation-battlers alike. Early Fireworks The atmosphere at Jeju World Cup Stadium crackled with palpable Intensity as Jeju United FC stepped onto the pitch determined to climb away...
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19th-minute red card. Two Kim Dae-Won goals. Gangwon solidifies their top-three status while Gimcheon sinks deeper into the relegation mire. The brutal reality of K League margins. #KLeague #GangwonFC

Red Mist and a Kim Dae-Won Masterclass in Chuncheon A catastrophic moment of early indiscipline completely derailed the visitors' tactical blueprint, allowing a clinical attacking display to expose the widening gulf between the top and bottom of the table. The Opening Exchanges The morning clash at Chuncheon Songam Stadium began...
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The scoreboard says 0-0, but this chess match at Seoul World Cup Stadium had massive title implications. A gritty stalemate that leaves the K League race wide open. #FCSeoul #GangwonFC #KLeague

A Title Race Stalemate at Seoul World Cup Stadium This highly anticipated clash fizzled into a tactical deadlock, proving that the fear of losing heavily outweighed the desire to win in the K League 1 title race. The Tactical Chess Match The Stakes were sky-high as league leaders FC Seoul...
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The stats show Jeonbuk dominance, but the scoreboard tells a different story. Gangwon steal a massive away victory to climb higher in the K League table! #KLeague1 #GangwonFC #Jeonbuk

Gangwon Claim Crucial Points in Jeonju Thriller An unexpected away masterclass shattered the pre-match expectations and reshaped the top end of the K League 1 table. Early Intent and Breakthrough The title race stakes were abundantly clear at the Jeonju World Cup Stadium as two top-three contenders locked horns. Despite...
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The scoreboard says 2-0, but the underlying tension defined this East Coast Derby. Gangwon ruthlessly exploited Ulsan's defensive gaps to blow the top-four race wide open. #KLeague #GangwonFC #Derby

Gangwon Paint The East Coast Derby Orange This fierce top-four battle proved that Gangwon possess the ruthless edge required to mount a serious K League 1 challenge. The Opening Stanza The Stakes were exceptionally high as Gangwon FC hosted Ulsan Hyundai FC at Chuncheon Songam Stadium for a pivotal East...
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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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A dominant 69% possession wasn't enough for Gangwon FC. Kim Gun-Hee's missed 22nd-minute penalty let Gwangju FC snatch a vital point in their fierce relegation battle! #KLeague1 #GangwonFC #GwangjuFC

Stalemate at Gwangju Football Stadium as Penalty Miss Haunts Gangwon A squandered first-half penalty defined an afternoon of intense frustration for the visitors against a stubborn relegation-threatened side. Early Territorial Dominance The pattern of play was established almost instantly as Gangwon FC took a firm grip on proceedings at Gwangju...
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Pohang Steelers survive a first-half penalty nightmare to snatch a crucial late draw against Gangwon FC. A tense 6-pointer leaves both sides locked in the K League 1 standings. #KLeague1 #GangwonFC #PohangSteelers

Late Drama Denies Gangwon at Chuncheon This tense mid-table clash delivered plenty of late drama, proving that the fine margins between safety and pushing for the top spots often come down to a single moment of composure. Early Nerves and a Missed Opportunity The atmosphere at Chuncheon Songam Stadium was...
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Gangwon takes the away points, but the real story is Incheon's absolute attacking void. Zero shots on target tells you everything about this grind. #KLeague #GangwonFC #Incheon

Gangwon Grinds Out Win Amidst Incheon's Attacking Void Our take: A disjointed tactical battle that lacked any real spark, ultimately decided by a single moment of clarity right before the break. The Stagnant Start A heavy atmosphere settled over Sungui Arena Park as the opening half kicked off. The overall...
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First vs Third delivered absolute chaos at Chuncheon Songam Stadium! Double red cards on the stroke of half-time and late goals see FC Seoul stretch their league lead. A massive statement of intent. #KLeague1 #FCSeoul #TitleRace

A Top-of-the-Table Brawl Ends in Away Glory A chaotic title-race clash defined by twin dismissals proves FC Seoul's undisputed championship credentials. Opening Skirmishes Chuncheon Songam Stadium played host to a top-tier crunch match as third-placed Gangwon FC welcomed league leaders FC Seoul . The hosts came out eager to dictate...
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The scoreboard says 0-3, but this was a masterclass in clinical finishing from Kim Dae-Won. Gangwon continue their ascent while Gimcheon face early relegation fears. #KLeague #GangwonFC #KimDaeWon

Kim Dae-Won Masterclass Deepens Gimcheon's Misery Gangwon delivered a ruthless lesson in finishing, leaving the hosts anchored in the early-season relegation mire. The Early Stalemate A cagey start at Gimcheon Stadium saw the hosts attempting to dictate the tempo in front of their frustrated supporters. They managed to edge possession...
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A top-of-the-table clash ends level at Chuncheon Songam Stadium! Tiago Orobo's opener was cancelled out by Mo Jae-Hyeon on a night ruled by brilliant goalkeeping. #KLeague1 #Gangwon #Jeonbuk

Spectacular Saves Steal the Show in Top-Four Clash An extraordinary display of goalkeeping defined a tense top-tier battle where neither side could find the ultimate breakthrough. Setting the Standard The high Stakes were palpable at Chuncheon Songam Stadium as two teams separated by just two points collided with heavy ambitions....
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The scoreboard reads 0-2, but the real story is Gangwon's relentless shot advantage despite seeing less of the ball. A vital three points secured in the relegation battle. #KLeague #GangwonFC #DaejeonCitizen

Gangwon's Clinical Edge Silences Daejeon Gangwon FC executed a clinical smash-and-grab at Daejeon World Cup Stadium to secure a vital victory in the lower-table struggle. Setting the Scene Daejeon Citizen edged possession early on, but their slight advantage on the ball was merely a tactical illusion. The visitors from Gangwon...
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Gangwon secures a vital 3-0 win, yet the true shock hides in the data. Gwangju held the ball all afternoon without attempting a single shot. Complete tactical paralysis. #KLeague1 #GangwonFC

Gangwon FC's Ruthless Efficiency Dismantles Toothless Gwangju A devastating early blitz secured three crucial points for the hosts, ruthlessly punishing visitors who failed to convert sterile possession into a single shot. The Opening Act The crowd at Chuncheon Songam Stadium barely had time to settle before the match exploded into...
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Season Statistics

Full league record with goals, form, and recent streaks

AFC Champions League 8th Place
Form
WLWLLDDDD

Record

P9
W2
D4
L3
Pts10
Win%22%

Goals

Scored9
Conceded11
Diff -2
Avg/G1.0
Conc/G1.2

Defense & Discipline

Clean Sheets3
Failed to Score5
Pens Scored1
Pens Missed0

Best Streaks

1 Win Streak
2 Loss Streak

League Standings

League Standings

Full AFC Champions League table with points, goal difference and recent form

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Machida Zelvia 8 17 15 7 +8 LAl-Ahli Jeddah 1 - 0 (AET) Machida Zelvia (25-04-2026)WMachida Zelvia 1 - 0 Shabab Al Ahli Dubai (21-04-2026)WMachida Zelvia 1 - 0 Al-Ittihad FC (17-04-2026)WMachida Zelvia 1 - 0 Gangwon FC (10-03-2026)DGangwon FC 0 - 0 Machida Zelvia (03-03-2026)
2 Vissel Kobe 8 16 14 7 +7 LVissel Kobe 1 - 2 Al-Ahli Jeddah (20-04-2026)DAl Sadd 3 - 3 (PEN 4-5) Vissel Kobe (16-04-2026)WVissel Kobe 2 - 1 FC Seoul (11-03-2026)WFC Seoul 0 - 1 Vissel Kobe (04-03-2026)LJohor Darul Takzim FC 1 - 0 Vissel Kobe (17-02-2026)
3 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 8 15 10 6 +4 WSanfrecce Hiroshima 1 - 0 Johor Darul Takzim FC (11-03-2026)LJohor Darul Takzim FC 3 - 1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima (04-03-2026)DFC Seoul 2 - 2 Sanfrecce Hiroshima (17-02-2026)WSanfrecce Hiroshima 2 - 1 Johor Darul Takzim FC (10-02-2026)WSanfrecce Hiroshima 1 - 0 Shanghai Shenhua (10-12-2025)
4 Buriram United 8 14 10 8 +2 LBuriram United 2 - 3 (AET) Shabab Al Ahli Dubai (18-04-2026)DBuriram United 0 - 0 (PEN 4-2) Melbourne City (10-03-2026)DMelbourne City 1 - 1 Buriram United (03-03-2026)WBuriram United 2 - 0 Shanghai Shenhua (17-02-2026)WChengdu Better City 0 - 1 Buriram United (10-02-2026)
5 Melbourne City 8 14 9 7 +2 DBuriram United 0 - 0 (PEN 4-2) Melbourne City (10-03-2026)DMelbourne City 1 - 1 Buriram United (03-03-2026)DMelbourne City 0 - 0 Gangwon FC (18-02-2026)WUlsan Hyundai FC 1 - 2 Melbourne City (11-02-2026)DFC Seoul 1 - 1 Melbourne City (10-12-2025)
6 Johor Darul Takzim FC 8 11 8 7 +1 LAl-Ahli Jeddah 2 - 1 Johor Darul Takzim FC (17-04-2026)LSanfrecce Hiroshima 1 - 0 Johor Darul Takzim FC (11-03-2026)WJohor Darul Takzim FC 3 - 1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima (04-03-2026)WJohor Darul Takzim FC 1 - 0 Vissel Kobe (17-02-2026)LSanfrecce Hiroshima 2 - 1 Johor Darul Takzim FC (10-02-2026)
7 FC Seoul 8 10 10 9 +1 LVissel Kobe 2 - 1 FC Seoul (11-03-2026)LFC Seoul 0 - 1 Vissel Kobe (04-03-2026)DFC Seoul 2 - 2 Sanfrecce Hiroshima (17-02-2026)LVissel Kobe 2 - 0 FC Seoul (10-02-2026)DFC Seoul 1 - 1 Melbourne City (10-12-2025)
8 Gangwon FC 8 9 9 11 -2 LMachida Zelvia 1 - 0 Gangwon FC (10-03-2026)DGangwon FC 0 - 0 Machida Zelvia (03-03-2026)DMelbourne City 0 - 0 Gangwon FC (18-02-2026)DGangwon FC 0 - 0 SHANGHAI SIPG (11-02-2026)DBuriram United 2 - 2 Gangwon FC (09-12-2025)
9 Ulsan Hyundai FC 8 9 6 8 -2 DSHANGHAI SIPG 0 - 0 Ulsan Hyundai FC (18-02-2026)LUlsan Hyundai FC 1 - 2 Melbourne City (11-02-2026)LMachida Zelvia 3 - 1 Ulsan Hyundai FC (09-12-2025)DUlsan Hyundai FC 0 - 0 Buriram United (26-11-2025)LVissel Kobe 1 - 0 Ulsan Hyundai FC (05-11-2025)
10 Chengdu Better City 8 6 7 11 -4 LMachida Zelvia 3 - 2 Chengdu Better City (17-02-2026)LChengdu Better City 0 - 1 Buriram United (10-02-2026)DVissel Kobe 2 - 2 Chengdu Better City (09-12-2025)DChengdu Better City 1 - 1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima (25-11-2025)DFC Seoul 0 - 0 Chengdu Better City (04-11-2025)
11 Shanghai Shenhua 8 4 5 13 -8 LBuriram United 2 - 0 Shanghai Shenhua (17-02-2026)LShanghai Shenhua 0 - 2 Machida Zelvia (10-02-2026)LSanfrecce Hiroshima 1 - 0 Shanghai Shenhua (10-12-2025)LShanghai Shenhua 0 - 2 Vissel Kobe (26-11-2025)LJohor Darul Takzim FC 3 - 1 Shanghai Shenhua (05-11-2025)
12 SHANGHAI SIPG 8 4 2 11 -9 DSHANGHAI SIPG 0 - 0 Ulsan Hyundai FC (18-02-2026)DGangwon FC 0 - 0 SHANGHAI SIPG (11-02-2026)DJohor Darul Takzim FC 0 - 0 SHANGHAI SIPG (09-12-2025)LSHANGHAI SIPG 1 - 3 FC Seoul (25-11-2025)LBuriram United 2 - 0 SHANGHAI SIPG (04-11-2025)

Match History

Recent results and upcoming fixtures with scores and standings

Squad Cards

Every player in the squad with our season ratings

2025/2026 Season 40 players