Match Summary
Pohang Steelers defeated Daegu FC 3:2. The match was played in K League 1 2023. Goals were scored by Go Jae-Hyeon 30′, Jeong Jae-Hee 45′, Cesinha 65′ (pen.), Lee Ho-Jae 85′, Lee Ho-Jae 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Pohang Steelers had 70% possession while Daegu FC held 30%. Pohang Steelers had 13 shots (5 on target) compared to 5 (2 on target) for Daegu FC. Pohang Steelers made 3 substitutions, Daegu FC made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Pohang Steelers and Daegu FC — 5 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Hong Jeong-Woon
assist: Zeca
Penalty
assist: Kim Seung-Dae
assist: Kim Jong-Woo
Match Statistics
Pohang Steelers had 70% possession against Daegu FC's 30%. Pohang Steelers registered 13 shots (5 on target) while Daegu FC managed 5 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 2–3. Fouls committed: 5–17.
Lineups
Pohang Steelers lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Kim Gi-Dong, while Daegu FC deployed a 3-4-1-2 under Choi Won-Kwon.
Defensive Solidity
Pohang Steelers deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Daegu FC's 2-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Pohang Steelers field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Daegu FC's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Pohang Steelers start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Daegu FC averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Pohang Steelers's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: Jeong Jae-Hee (31), oldest: Jeong Jae-Hee (31)), while Daegu FC average 31.0 (youngest: Lucas Barcelos (27), oldest: Hong Chul (35)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Pohang Steelers have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Daegu FC show 1 wins, 5 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Pohang Steelers and Daegu FC have met 3 times — Pohang Steelers won 1, Daegu FC won 0, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Pohang Steelers leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (2 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Pohang Steelers are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026