Gangwon vs Pohang Steelers - K League 1
Fixture Preview - 31 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
On Sunday, Gangwon will host Pohang Steelers at Chuncheon Songam Stadium in a K League 1 clash that promises to be intriguing. Gangwon's form has been inconsistent, with three draws and two losses in their last five matches. This lack of winning momentum could weigh heavily on their confidence as they face a Pohang side that has shown a stark contrast in form, securing three wins but suffering two losses recently. The Steelers will be keen to build on their recent successes, especially given their historical dominance in this fixture, having won six of the last ten encounters. A key angle to consider is the defensive vulnerabilities of both teams. Gangwon has struggled to keep clean sheets, while Pohang's recent matches have also seen goals conceded. With six of the last ten head-to-heads featuring both teams scoring, and four matches exceeding 2.5 goals, bettors may find value in backing both teams to score. The outcome could hinge on which side can better exploit defensive weaknesses, making this a potentially high-scoring affair.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Jeonbuk Motors | 26 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 60 |
| 2 |  Gimcheon Sangmu | 26 | 12 | 7 | 7 | 43 |
| 3 |  Daejeon Citizen | 26 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 42 |
| 4 |  Pohang Steelers | 26 | 12 | 5 | 9 | 41 |
| 5 |  Seoul | 26 | 9 | 10 | 7 | 37 |
| 6 |  Gwangju | 26 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 35 |
| 7 |  Ulsan HD | 26 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 34 |
| 8 |  Gangwon | 26 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 32 |
| 9 |  Suwon | 26 | 8 | 7 | 11 | 31 |
| 10 |  Jeju United | 26 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 30 |
| 11 |  Anyang | 26 | 8 | 3 | 15 | 27 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 1, 2025 | Pohang Steelers | 2–1 | Gangwon | K League 1 |
| February 23, 2025 | Gangwon | 2–1 | Pohang Steelers | K League 1 |
| November 23, 2024 | Gangwon | 1–0 | Pohang Steelers | K League 1 |
| September 22, 2024 | Pohang Steelers | 2–1 | Gangwon | K League 1 |
| July 10, 2024 | Pohang Steelers | 2–0 | Gangwon | K League 1 |
| May 1, 2024 | Gangwon | 2–4 | Pohang Steelers | K League 1 |
| August 26, 2023 | Gangwon | 1–1 | Pohang Steelers | K League 1 |
| May 21, 2023 | Gangwon | 0–0 | Pohang Steelers | K League 1 |
| March 18, 2023 | Pohang Steelers | 1–1 | Gangwon | K League 1 |
| October 23, 2022 | Pohang Steelers | 1–0 | Gangwon | K League 1 |