At 18:30 on July 10th, in the 22nd round of the K League, Pohang Steelers host Gangwon FC. The two teams are ranked 3rd and 4th respectively, with only a point separating them, making this encounter one to watch.
In the K League standings, Pohang Steelers sit in 3rd place with 10 wins, 8 draws, and 3 losses, accumulating 38 points. Gangwon FC follows closely behind in 4th place with 11 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses, totaling 37 points. With similar points and rankings, this match is destined to be a tense and fierce battle. According to the K League rules, after 33 rounds of the regular season, the top 6 teams will enter the championship group, while the bottom 6 teams will enter the relegation group. Based on their current positions, both teams seem well-placed to enter the championship group.
In the last 5 rounds, Pohang Steelers have maintained an undefeated record with 2 wins and 3 draws, demonstrating good form. In Pohang Steelers’ squad, the most reliable attacking threats are Lee Ho-jai (9 goals, 3 assists) and Jeong Jae-hee (9 goals, 1 assist), who serve as barometers for the team’s offensive prowess. Notably, Pohang Steelers do not heavily rely on foreign players; the top 5 scorers in the team are all domestic players, showcasing a formidable local attacking force.
Gangwon has won both of their recent league matches, showing a significant upturn in form. Lee Sang-hyeon has contributed 8 goals and 5 assists, becoming the player who has been directly involved in the most goals for the team.
In this match, Pohang Steelers’ Kim Jong-woo is sidelined due to injury; for Gangwon FC, Yoon Seok-young, Vitor Gabriel, Geum Ui-seok, and Kim Dae-woo are all out injured, which will pose considerable difficulties for the team.
In previous encounters, Pohang Steelers hold a clear advantage with 18 wins, 11 draws, and 6 losses against Gangwon, completely dominating in terms of goal difference at 64-33; at Pohang Steelers’ home ground, they have also enjoyed a significant edge with 11 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses against Gangwon, boasting a commanding lead in goal difference at 35-13.
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