Ulsan Hyundai FC vs Pohang Steelers match summary and prediction — K League 1
There is barely anything between Ulsan Hyundai FC and Pohang Steelers on our numbers. Form trajectory, a side-by-side comparison, the head-to-head record and where the model does — and does not — commit.
Match summary
Pohang Steelers travel to Ulsan Hyundai FC on 24 October 2026 at Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium, Ulsan. Ulsan Hyundai FC are the model's favourite, with a win probability of roughly 40%. This matchday 33 fixture in K League 1 is listed as Ulsan Hyundai FC - Pohang Steelers. Kick-off is 05:00 UTC.
Recent form and trajectory
Ulsan Hyundai FC: they come in on the back of a win, following two wins and two defeats before that. That is three wins, no draws and two defeats from the last five, worth 9 points. Across those five they scored nine and conceded eight, with one clean sheet. That is reflected in a form rating of 56.2 out of 100, and they sit 2nd on a goal difference of +5.
Pohang Steelers: they come in on the back of a draw, following one win and three defeats before that. That is one win, one draw and three defeats from the last five, worth 4 points. It leaves them three games without a win. Across those five they scored three and conceded nine, with one clean sheet. That is reflected in a form rating of 42.8 out of 100, and they sit 9th on a goal difference of -9.
Side by side
| Statistic | Ulsan Hyundai FC | Pohang Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| League position | 2nd | 9th |
| Goal difference | +5 | -9 |
| Form (last 5, most recent first) | WLLWW | DLLWL |
| Points from last 5 | 9 | 4 |
| Goals scored / conceded (last 5) | 9 / 8 | 3 / 9 |
| Clean sheets (last 5) | 1 | 1 |
| Form rating (0-100) | 56.2 | 42.8 |
| Players unavailable | 0 | 0 |
| Model win probability | 40% | 22% |
Key match insights
- Pre-match form ratings: Ulsan Hyundai FC 56.2 versus Pohang Steelers 42.8, a gap of 13.5, which aligns with the model's favourite.
- Availability: No absentees listed for either side in our injury feed at the time of writing.
- Goals outlook: A combined scoring line of 1.80, over 2.5 goals at 40% and both teams to score at 50%.
- First goal: Leans Ulsan Hyundai FC's way at 49%.
Sentiment and prediction
The model does not commit. Ulsan Hyundai FC is the nominal pick at 40%, but the three results sit close to even. Ulsan Hyundai FC's form line and home advantage back it and the goals line points to under 2.5 goals. Baseline expectation tilts Ulsan Hyundai FC's way, especially at Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium.
This is a data-led read, not a certainty. The numbers are shown as they come out of the model so the basis for the call can be checked rather than assumed.
Frequently asked questions
Who is favoured to win the match: Ulsan Hyundai FC or Pohang Steelers?
Ulsan Hyundai FC, with an implied win probability of roughly 40%. The full split is 40% Ulsan Hyundai FC, 37% the draw and 22% Pohang Steelers.
When and where is Ulsan Hyundai FC vs Pohang Steelers being played?
24 October 2026 at Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium, Ulsan, kick-off 05:00 UTC.
Have Ulsan Hyundai FC and Pohang Steelers met before?
Our records hold no previous meeting between the two sides.
What is the recent form of Ulsan Hyundai FC and Pohang Steelers?
Ulsan Hyundai FC have taken 9 points from their last five (WLLWW), Pohang Steelers 4 from theirs (DLLWL). Most recently Ulsan Hyundai FC took a 2-1 win at home to Bucheon FC 1995 and Pohang Steelers a 0-0 draw at home to FC Anyang.
How many goals are expected in Ulsan Hyundai FC vs Pohang Steelers?
The model's combined scoring line is 1.80 — 1.20 for Ulsan Hyundai FC and 0.60 for Pohang Steelers. It rates over 2.5 goals at 40%.
Will both teams score?
The model rates both teams to score at 50%, so its call is no.