Match Summary
Daejeon Citizen defeated Incheon United 2:1. The match was played in K League 1 2024. Goals were scored by M. Ishida 7′, A. Krivotsyuk 16′, Gerso 45′. 8 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Incheon United had 56% possession while Daejeon Citizen held 44%. Incheon United had 28 shots (10 on target) compared to 9 (4 on target) for Daejeon Citizen. Incheon United made 5 substitutions, Daejeon Citizen made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Seung-dae Kim 55′), Card upgrade (Victor Bobsin 74′).
Match Events
Key match events between Incheon United and Daejeon Citizen — 3 goals and 9 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Lee Myung-Joo
Match Statistics
Incheon United had 56% possession against Daejeon Citizen's 44%. Incheon United registered 28 shots (10 on target) while Daejeon Citizen managed 9 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 8–2. Fouls committed: 17–20.
Lineups
Incheon United lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Choi Young-Geun, while Daejeon Citizen deployed a 3-4-3 under Hwang Sun-Hong.
Defensive Solidity
Incheon United deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Daejeon Citizen'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
Incheon United field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Daejeon Citizen'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
Incheon United start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 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 Incheon United's starting XI is 34.5 (youngest: Kim Yeon-Soo (32), oldest: Oh Ban-Suk (37)), while Daejeon Citizen average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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, Incheon United have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Daejeon Citizen show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026