Match Summary
Pohang Steelers defeated Suwon City FC 2:1. The match was played in K League 1 2023. Goals were scored by Goh Young-Jun 20′, Jeong Jae-Hee 33′, Murilo Henrique 47′. 2 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Suwon City FC had 50% possession while Pohang Steelers held 50%. Suwon City FC had 6 shots (1 on target) compared to 11 (6 on target) for Pohang Steelers. Suwon City FC made 5 substitutions, Pohang Steelers made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Young-jun Go 21′), Card upgrade (Seung-Woo Lee 80′).
Match Events
Key match events between Suwon City FC and Pohang Steelers — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Baek Sung-Dong
assist: Lee Gwang-Hyeok
Match Statistics
Suwon City FC had 50% possession against Pohang Steelers's 50%. Suwon City FC registered 6 shots (1 on target) while Pohang Steelers managed 11 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 1–5. Fouls committed: 13–10.
Lineups
Suwon City FC lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Kim Do-Kyun, while Pohang Steelers deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Kim Gi-Dong.
Defensive Solidity
Suwon City FC deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Pohang Steelers's 4-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
Suwon City FC field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Pohang Steelers'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
Suwon City FC start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Pohang Steelers 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 Suwon City FC's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: L. Jackson (30), oldest: L. Jackson (30)), while Pohang Steelers average 31.0 (youngest: Jeong Jae-Hee (31), oldest: Jeong Jae-Hee (31)). 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, Suwon City FC have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Pohang Steelers show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Suwon City FC and Pohang Steelers have met 3 times — Suwon City FC won 1, Pohang Steelers won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.33 per match (6 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–5 in 2025.
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Suwon City FC
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026