K League 1 Preview: Jeju United’s Struggles in Attack Cast Doubt on Their Chances of Victory – Recent Encounters with Ulsan HD Have Been Unfavorable

On June 23 at 5 pm, K League 1 Round 18 continues as Jeju United hosts Ulsan HD. So far this season, Jeju United has been the least efficient attacking team in the league. Moreover, in their last 10 encounters against Ulsan HD, Jeju United has won only once. This suggests that despite having home advantage, Jeju United’s prospects for victory are not promising.

After 17 rounds, Jeju United has a record of 6 wins, 2 draws, and 9 losses, accumulating 20 points and sitting in 12th place on the K League 1 standings. In June, they lost to Gangwon FC (1-2 in Round 16), Daejeon Hana Citizen (0-1 in Round 17), and advanced in the Korean Cup after a 0-0 draw (8-7 on penalties) against Daegu FC in the Round of 16. Jeju United is the only team averaging less than a goal per game, scoring 0.88 goals per match. Their ability to exceed their usual offensive performance will be crucial for securing a win.

Defensively, Jeju United has performed commendably, conceding 21 goals in 17 matches, an average of 1.24 goals per game, making them the fourth-best team in terms of fewest goals conceded. Only Pohang Steelers (0.94), Gimcheon Sangmu (1.06), and Ulsan HD (1.18) have a better defensive record. At home, Jeju United has a record of 4 wins and 4 losses, without a single draw.

Ulsan Hyundai currently sits second in the table with 9 wins, 5 draws, and 3 losses, accumulating 32 points and trailing leaders Gimcheon Sangmu by just one point despite having played one fewer match. In June, Ulsan Hyundai defeated Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors (1-0 in Round 16), drew with Seoul FC (2-2 in Round 17), and eliminated Gyeongnam FC (4-4, 3-0 on penalties) in the Korean Cup Round of 16.

Throughout the season, Ulsan Hyundai has excelled both offensively and defensively. They lead the league in average goals scored per match with 1.94, while also boasting the third-lowest average goals conceded per game with 1.18. Although Adam is currently with the Hungarian national team for Euro competition, Ulsan Hyundai boasts a talented squad, including the likes of Cho Min-gyeom and Lee Dong-jun, who possess scoring capabilities. It’s worth noting that there is a significant difference in their home and away records, with an unbeaten record at home (6 wins, 3 draws) and a more inconsistent away record (3 wins, 2 draws, 3 losses). All three of Ulsan’s defeats have come on the road.

In head-to-head encounters, Ulsan Hyundai holds a dominant record over Jeju United, winning 7, drawing 2, and losing only 1 in their last 10 meetings. In the last five clashes, Ulsan Hyundai has triumphed 4 times and drawn once.

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