Match Summary
Pohang Steelers defeated Jeonbuk Motors 1:0. The match was played in K League 1 2023. Goals were scored by Goh Young-Jun 67′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Pohang Steelers had 43% possession while Jeonbuk Motors held 57%. Pohang Steelers had 21 shots (8 on target) compared to 10 (4 on target) for Jeonbuk Motors. Pohang Steelers made 5 substitutions, Jeonbuk Motors made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Pohang Steelers and Jeonbuk Motors — 1 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Shin Kwang-Hoon
Match Statistics
Pohang Steelers had 43% possession against Jeonbuk Motors's 57%. Pohang Steelers registered 21 shots (8 on target) while Jeonbuk Motors managed 10 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–5. Fouls committed: 8–13.
Lineups
Pohang Steelers lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Kim Gi-Dong, while Jeonbuk Motors deployed a 4-1-4-1 under Kim Do-Heon.
Defensive Solidity
Pohang Steelers deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Jeonbuk Motors'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
Pohang Steelers field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Jeonbuk Motors'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 1 for Jeonbuk Motors 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 — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Jeonbuk Motors average 33.0 (youngest: Ku Ja-Ryong (33), oldest: Ku Ja-Ryong (33)). 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. Jeonbuk Motors show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Pohang Steelers and Jeonbuk Motors have met 4 times — Pohang Steelers won 1, Jeonbuk Motors 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 (7 for the home side, 6 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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Pohang Steelers
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Drawn
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Jeonbuk Motors
Recent Meetings (4)
API data: 15 Mar 2026