Pohang Steelers VS Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors Prediction 19 July 2025

Pohang Steelers VS Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors    Livescore / H2H stats and Live Streaming
Time:19-07-2025 18:00 Saturday

【Strength Comparison】
The strength comparison between Pohang Steelers and Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors clearly favors Jeonbuk. Jeonbuk currently top the K League 1 standings with 13 wins, 6 draws, and only 2 losses, accumulating 45 points and boasting an impressive goal tally of 36 scored versus 16 conceded. Their recent form has been particularly dominant, with 5 wins and 1 draw in the last six matches, demonstrating both offensive firepower and defensive resilience. Conversely, Pohang Steelers sit fourth in the league with 9 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses, a more inconsistent record reflected in a balanced goal difference of 26 scored and 26 conceded. While Pohang’s home form remains solid with a 60% win rate, they struggle more away, which may affect their chances against the league leaders.

【Head-to-Head】
Looking at head-to-head statistics, the rivalry is fairly balanced but leans slightly toward Jeonbuk. In the last 49 meetings, Jeonbuk have won 20 times compared to Pohang’s 17, with 12 draws. The aggregate goal count in these encounters—66 for Jeonbuk and 56 for Pohang—indicates competitive, often high-scoring fixtures. Recent clashes have been tightly contested: for instance, a 2-2 draw and several 1-1 or narrow 2-1 decisions. Pohang have occasionally upset Jeonbuk at home, though Jeonbuk’s consistent away defensive record helps them keep matches close. Overall, the history suggests a competitive match with neither side guaranteed an easy win.

【Key Factors】
Key factors influencing this contest include Jeonbuk’s superior scoring ability and defensive stability. Jeonbuk scores more frequently both in the first half (37% of games) and second half (50% of games), and their defense concedes significantly less, with a remarkable 75% clean sheet rate away from home. Pohang’s defense, while solid at times, concedes more goals on average and has been less reliable in the second half. The home advantage for Pohang may help, but Jeonbuk’s ability to maintain a high level of performance on the road and control the tempo could be decisive. Momentum also favors Jeonbuk, whose recent unbeaten streak underscores their capacity to capitalize against mid-table teams like Pohang.

【Expert Prediction】
Expert prediction favors Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors to secure a narrow victory, likely by a 2-1 margin. Jeonbuk’s clinical finishing and defensive discipline are expected to edge out Pohang’s energetic but less consistent style. However, Pohang’s home form and the competitive nature of their rivalry mean the game could be close, with potential for goals at both ends. The match might see Jeonbuk controlling possession and pace, but Pohang’s counter-attacking threat should not be underestimated. Overall, Jeonbuk’s consistency and efficiency are projected to prevail, solidifying their position at the summit of the K League 1.