Daejeon Hana CitizenPositive35%
Daejeon Hana Citizen has key players with high-level playing experience such as goalkeeper Lee Chang-geun (who has started 24 consecutive matches), defender Kim Moon-Hwan (who plays an important role in defense), and midfielder Kim Bong-Soo (who impressed with 106 successful tackles), providing a stable foundation for the team's lineup.
Daejeon Hana Citizen have a stable goal-scoring performance, with 18 goals in 10 recent matches, including a 3-0 victory over Gangwon FC and a 2-0 victory over Gwangju Football Club, demonstrating their ability to capitalize on opportunities when facing weaker teams.
Daejeon Hana Citizen often control the game due to their ability to create 6.1 corners per game, evidenced by a game with 8 corners against Gwangju Football Club and 9 corners in the 0-0 draw against Jeju SK FC.
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The overall performance of Daejeon Hana Citizen remains average, with inconsistent results (4 wins, 4 draws, 2 losses) in the last 10 matches, indicating a lack of consistency in both attack and defense.
The starting lineup of Daejeon Hana Citizen is stable with regular players (averaging 19-24 matches per 10 recent matches), but the reliance on a few key players could be a weakness if they don't perform well
The win percentage while keeping a clean sheet (WTN) reached 16.67% in the last 8 matches, showing the ability to maintain good results when needed, but not enough to create a clear advantage.
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Daejeon Hana Citizen is experiencing an unstable phase, with two heavy losses (4-2 against FC Seoul and 3-2 against Gimcheon Sangmu Football Club) amid wins, showing the difficulty in maintaining form when facing strong opponents
Daejeon Hana Citizen's defense still has many weaknesses, conceding 14 goals (an average of 1.4 goals per game) and losing 9 matches in the season, reflecting a lack of composure in crucial situations.
Daejeon Hana Citizen received 12 yellow cards (an average of 1.2 cards per game) in their last 10 matches, including 3 yellow cards in their 2-1 loss to FC Anyang and 2 yellow cards in their 4-2 loss to FC Seoul, indicating that their match discipline needs improvement.
Daejeon Hana Citizen is in 10th place on the K League 1 table with 29 points after 24 matches, facing the risk of having to participate in the relegation playoff due to insufficient performance to secure points in crucial matches
Ulsan HD FCPositive40%
Ulsan HD FC is maintaining an impressive attacking strength with an average goal-scoring rate of 2.96 goals per game, while also having a high BTTS (both teams to score) percentage (70%), indicating an open playing style and clear opportunity creation.
Ulsan HD FC is ranked 2nd in the Korean K League 1 2026 with 37 points after 24 matches, demonstrating stability in securing points and maintaining a competitive position in the championship race.
Key players such as Lee Dong-gyeong (9 goals, 7 assists) and Lee Gyu-sung (4 assists) are playing consistently, making a significant impact on the attack.
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Ulsan HD FC has maintained a relatively balanced performance, with 11 wins, 4 draws, and 9 losses in 24 matches, demonstrating their ability to adapt to various match scenarios.
Ulsan HD FC frequently changes their tactical formations (3-4-3, 3-5-2, 5-3-2) based on the opponent, demonstrating tactical flexibility and the ability to adjust strategy when necessary.
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Ulsan HD FC is going through an unstable phase, with a win rate of only 30% (3 out of 10 recent matches) and frequently losing to strong opponents such as Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors (losing 0-1, 1-3) or Gangwon FC (losing 2-3)
Ulsan HD FC's backline has a weak defensive performance, conceding 34 goals in 24 matches (an average of 1.42 goals per game), with only 4 clean sheets (a 16.67% success rate), showing a lack of focus and instability in their defensive unit.
The absence of main goalkeeper Jo Hyeon-woo (injured) has created a significant gap in the counter-attack defense system, forcing Ulsan HD FC to change formation or accept risks in important matches
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The match between Daejeon Hana Citizen and Ulsan HD FC promises a tactically balanced encounter, with Daejeon relying on superior ball control (62% in their last win) and quick counterattacks, while Ulsan HD FC showcases attacking strength from set pieces thanks to an average of 2.96 goals per game. Although Ulsan has a class advantage, the absence of Jo Hyeon-woo may force them into a defensive formation (5-3-2), creating opportunities for Daejeon to exploit gaps in Ulsan's defense. However, Daejeon's defense also faces significant challenges in dealing with Ulsan's initiative in long balls and corners, a situation where Ulsan HD FC's defensive system must maintain discipline to avoid conceding goals.
Prediction for the match between Daejeon Hana Citizen and Ulsan HD FC is 1-1.
Expert Prediction:
Ulsan HD FC+0.25 @1.83


























