Match Summary
Gwangju FC defeated Daejeon Citizen 3:0. The match was played in K League 1 2023. Goals were scored by Kim Han-Gil 8′, Jeong Ho-Yeon 13′, Lee Kun-Hee 63′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Gwangju FC had 44% possession while Daejeon Citizen held 56%. Gwangju FC had 14 shots (8 on target) compared to 12 (2 on target) for Daejeon Citizen. Gwangju FC made 5 substitutions, Daejeon Citizen made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Gwangju FC and Daejeon Citizen — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Heo Yool
assist: Eom Ji-Sung
assist: Lee Min-Gi
Match Statistics
Gwangju FC had 44% possession against Daejeon Citizen's 56%. Gwangju FC registered 14 shots (8 on target) while Daejeon Citizen managed 12 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 4–3. Fouls committed: 16–14.
Lineups
Gwangju FC lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Lee Jung-Hyo, while Daejeon Citizen deployed a 5-3-2 under Lee Min-Sung.
Defensive Solidity
Gwangju FC deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Daejeon Citizen's 5-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
Gwangju FC field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Daejeon Citizen's 3 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
Gwangju FC start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Daejeon Citizen 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 Gwangju FC's starting XI is 26.3 (youngest: Heo Yool (24), oldest: Doo Hyeon-Seok (30)), while Daejeon Citizen average 35.0 (youngest: Ju Se-Jong (35), oldest: Ju Se-Jong (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, Gwangju FC have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. Daejeon Citizen show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Gwangju FC and Daejeon Citizen have met 3 times — Gwangju FC won 1, Daejeon Citizen won 0, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Gwangju FC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.67 per match (5 for the home side, 3 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. Gwangju FC are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.
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Gwangju FC
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026