Match Summary
Jeonbuk Motors defeated Gwangju FC 3:0. The match was played in K League 1 2024. Goals were scored by Song Min-Kyu 28′ (pen.), Jeon Byung-Kwan 31′, Jeon Byung-Kwan 47′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Gwangju FC had 60% possession while Jeonbuk Motors held 40%. Gwangju FC had 24 shots (10 on target) compared to 8 (4 on target) for Jeonbuk Motors. Gwangju FC made 5 substitutions, Jeonbuk Motors made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Yeong-jae Lee 25′).
Match Events
Key match events between Gwangju FC and Jeonbuk Motors — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: Moon Seon-Min
assist: Song Min-Kyu
Match Statistics
Gwangju FC had 60% possession against Jeonbuk Motors's 40%. Gwangju FC registered 24 shots (10 on target) while Jeonbuk Motors managed 8 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 8–0. Fouls committed: 5–14.
Lineups
Gwangju FC lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Lee Jung-Hyo, while Jeonbuk Motors deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Park Won-Jae.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Gwangju FC is 6.50, compared to — for Jeonbuk Motors. 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. Gwangju FC's highest-rated starter is Gabriel Tigrão (6.50), while Jeonbuk Motors's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Gwangju FC 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
Gwangju FC field 4 midfielders averaging 6.50, 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
Gwangju FC start 2 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 Gwangju FC's starting XI is 26.5 (youngest: Gabriel Tigrão (24), oldest: Doo Hyeon-Seok (30)), while Jeonbuk Motors average 30.7 (youngest: Lee Jae-Ik (26), oldest: Kim Jin-Su (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.
Squad Depth
Gwangju FC's starters average 8 league appearances each, versus 0 for Jeonbuk Motors. 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Gwangju FC have recorded 4 wins, 0 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
Gwangju FC and Jeonbuk Motors have met 4 times — Gwangju FC won 0, Jeonbuk Motors won 3, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Jeonbuk Motors leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 4 meetings. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.75 per match (4 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. Jeonbuk Motors are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (4)
API data: 15 Mar 2026