Match Summary
Pohang Steelers defeated Jeonbuk Motors 2:1. The match was played in K League 1 2023. Goals were scored by Ryu Jae-Moon 17′, Baek Sung-Dong 58′, Zeca 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Jeonbuk Motors had 38% possession while Pohang Steelers held 62%. Jeonbuk Motors had 5 shots (1 on target) compared to 2 (0 on target) for Pohang Steelers. Jeonbuk Motors made 4 substitutions, Pohang Steelers made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Jeonbuk Motors and Pohang Steelers — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Song Min-Kyu
assist: Baek Sung-Dong
Match Statistics
Jeonbuk Motors had 38% possession against Pohang Steelers's 62%. Jeonbuk Motors registered 5 shots (1 on target) while Pohang Steelers managed 2 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 0–1. Fouls committed: 9–6.
Lineups
Jeonbuk Motors lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Kim Sang-Sik, while Pohang Steelers deployed a 4-4-1-1 under Kim Gi-Dong.
Defensive Solidity
Jeonbuk Motors deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Pohang Steelers's 3-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
Jeonbuk Motors field 3 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
Jeonbuk Motors start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 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 Jeonbuk Motors's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: Jeong Woo-Jae (33), oldest: Jeong Woo-Jae (33)), 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Jeonbuk Motors have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Pohang Steelers show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Jeonbuk Motors and Pohang Steelers have met 4 times — Jeonbuk Motors won 1, Pohang Steelers won 1, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 13 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.25 per match (6 for the home side, 7 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (75%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (75%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (4)
API data: 15 Mar 2026