Match Summary
Daejeon Citizen defeated FC Seoul 4:3. The match was played in K League 1 2023. Goals were scored by Tiago Orobó 32′, Tiago Orobó 42′ (pen.), Willyan 45′, Bae Jun-Ho 87′, Han Seung-Gyu 89′, Kang Yun-Sung 90′, S. Iljutcenko 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Daejeon Citizen had 38% possession while FC Seoul held 62%. Daejeon Citizen had 18 shots (7 on target) compared to 17 (7 on target) for FC Seoul. Daejeon Citizen made 5 substitutions, FC Seoul made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Tiago Orobó 40′).
Match Events
Key match events between Daejeon Citizen and FC Seoul — 7 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Ishida
Penalty
assist: Osmar
assist: Yu Kang-Hyun
assist: Shin Sang-Eun
Match Statistics
Daejeon Citizen had 38% possession against FC Seoul's 62%. Daejeon Citizen registered 18 shots (7 on target) while FC Seoul managed 17 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 4–4. Fouls committed: 12–9.
Lineups
Daejeon Citizen lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Lee Min-Sung, while FC Seoul deployed a 4-4-2 under Ahn Ik-Soo.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Daejeon Citizen is —, compared to 6.50 for FC Seoul. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Daejeon Citizen's highest-rated starter is —, while FC Seoul's best-rated player is Kim Sin-Jin (6.50).
Defensive Solidity
Daejeon Citizen deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against FC Seoul'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
Daejeon Citizen field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus FC Seoul's 4 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
Daejeon Citizen start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for FC Seoul averaging 6.50. 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 Daejeon Citizen's starting XI is 35.0 (youngest: Ju Se-Jong (35), oldest: Ju Se-Jong (35)), while FC Seoul average 24.0 (youngest: Kim Sin-Jin (24), oldest: Kim Sin-Jin (24)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Daejeon Citizen's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 2 for FC Seoul. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Daejeon Citizen have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. FC Seoul show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Daejeon Citizen and FC Seoul have met 4 times — Daejeon Citizen won 1, FC Seoul won 1, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.25 per match (5 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.
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Daejeon Citizen
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (4)
API data: 15 Mar 2026