Daejeon vs Pohang Prediction 9 May 2026

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    🔊 In the upcoming match, Daejeon host Pohang. Both teams sit in the middle of the standings, making this clash crucial for their future prospects. Daejeon have shown inconsistent form, alternating between wins and draws, but they haven't secured a home victory in their last seven matches. Pohang, on the other hand, display more stability on the road, although they struggle with scoring. Both sides are in need of points to solidify their positions.

    Head-to-Head

    The last official encounter between the teams took place on 04 April 2026 and ended with a scoreline of 1:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Pohang):

    • ball possession percentage: 68% vs 32%;
    • corner kicks: 8 vs 5;
    • fouls: 14 vs 13;
    • yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
    • shots on target: 5 vs 3.

    📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Daejeon and Pohang:

    • played 11 matches;
    • number of wins for the home team - 3, for the away team - 6, draws - 2;
    • number of goals - 17 against 17;
    • average total in the 1st half - 1.18, in the 2nd half - 1.91;
    • average total goals in the match - 3.09.

    Head-to-head statistics Daejeon - Pohang

    25%
    3 Wins
    17%
    2 Draws
    58%
    7 Wins
    Total games
    12
    Total Goals Avg
    3
    Both teams scored
    58%
    1.42
    Total average
    1.58
    2.25
    Corner
    4.5
    1.75
    Yellow cards
    1.5
    7.75
    Fouls
    7.67
    Last matches
    09.05.26
    K-League
    Daejeon
    Daejeon
    Pohang
    Pohang
    -
    -
    1
    5
    10
    6
    3
    1
    0
    2
    0
    0
    0
    2
    -
    -
    1
    5
    10
    6
    3
    1
    04.04.26
    K-League
    Pohang
    Pohang
    Daejeon
    Daejeon
    1
    -
    -
    8
    5
    14
    13
    1
    1
    1
    0
    1
    0
    0
    0
    -
    -
    8
    5
    14
    13
    1
    1
    26.10.25
    K-League
    Daejeon
    Daejeon
    Pohang
    Pohang
    -
    -
    1
    6
    7
    20
    1
    5
    2
    0
    2
    0
    0
    0
    -
    -
    1
    6
    7
    20
    1
    5
    05.10.25
    K-League
    Pohang
    Pohang
    Daejeon
    Daejeon
    -
    -
    3
    1
    0
    0
    1
    4
    1
    3
    1
    1
    0
    2
    -
    -
    3
    1
    0
    0
    1
    4
    27.05.25
    K-League
    Daejeon
    Daejeon
    Pohang
    Pohang
    -
    -
    1
    3
    0
    0
    1
    1
    1
    3
    1
    2
    0
    1
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    0
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    Daejeon Team Overview

    The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the K-League tournament (home team - Daejeon , away team - Incheon ). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:0.

    Here's the game statistics (Daejeon vs Incheon ):

    • ball possession: 57% vs 43%;
    • corner kicks: 5 vs 7;
    • fouls: 11 vs 5;
    • yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
    • shots on target: 2 vs 2.

    Taejon currently hold fifth place in the league, aiming to solidify their position in the upper half of the table. Over their last five matches, the team has secured two wins and one draw, though they have also suffered a loss. Their average goals scored per game stands at 1.33. However, their home form has been a struggle: seven consecutive matches without a victory on home turf present a significant challenge for the squad.

    Despite this, their defense remains a reliable cornerstone, conceding less than a goal per match, which helps offset their lack of scoring prowess up front. If Taejon can improve their home performances while maintaining defensive stability, they could very well contend for higher positions by the season's end.

    Match Results: Daejeon

    Last matches
    09.09.26
    K-League
    Daejeon
    Daejeon
    Anyang
    Anyang
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    -
    5
    3
    11
    18
    1
    0
    3
    2
    0
    1
    3
    1
    -
    -
    5
    3
    11
    18
    1
    0
    W
    05.09.26
    K-League
    Bucheon
    Bucheon
    Daejeon
    Daejeon
    -
    -
    3
    5
    11
    10
    2
    1
    0
    5
    0
    2
    0
    3
    -
    -
    3
    5
    11
    10
    2
    1
    W
    30.08.26
    K-League
    Jeju
    Jeju
    Daejeon
    Daejeon
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    -
    3
    5
    14
    7
    3
    0
    3
    1
    1
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    1
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    3
    5
    14
    7
    3
    0
    L
    26.08.26
    K-League
    Daejeon
    Daejeon
    Ulsan
    Ulsan
    -
    -
    7
    2
    7
    7
    2
    2
    2
    1
    0
    0
    2
    1
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    -
    7
    2
    7
    7
    2
    2
    W
    23.08.26
    K-League
    Daejeon
    Daejeon
    Gangwon
    Gangwon
    1
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    -
    2
    0
    7
    8
    1
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    3
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    Pohang Team Overview

    The away team played their last official match on as part of the K-League tournament (home team - Gangwon, away - Pohang). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:1.

    Here are the match stats (Pohang vs Gangwon):

    • ball possession: 48% vs 52%;
    • corner kicks: 3 vs 5;
    • fouls: 12 vs 15;
    • yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
    • shots on target: 3 vs 7.

    Pohang firmly hold onto the sixth spot and are clearly aiming to climb higher in the standings. Their current form almost mirrors that of their opponent: two wins, a draw, and two losses in their last five encounters. The team isn't particularly prolific in front of goal, averaging just 0.75 goals per match, but their defense is solid, conceding an average of 0.83 goals, comparable to the home side's stats.

    A recent victory over Daejeon adds an extra boost of confidence ahead of the upcoming clash. It's important to note that despite their modest attacking numbers, Pohang know how to secure the necessary result thanks to their strong defense. This could play a crucial role in their bid to cement a higher position in the league table.

    Match Results: Pohang

    Last matches
    09.09.26
    K-League
    Pohang
    Pohang
    Sangju
    Sangju
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    -
    5
    4
    4
    5
    1
    2
    0
    0
    0
    0
    0
    0
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    4
    4
    5
    1
    2
    D
    05.09.26
    K-League
    Jeonbuk
    Jeonbuk
    Pohang
    Pohang
    -
    -
    4
    3
    8
    13
    2
    0
    2
    0
    0
    0
    2
    0
    -
    -
    4
    3
    8
    13
    2
    0
    L
    30.08.26
    K-League
    Gangwon
    Gangwon
    Pohang
    Pohang
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    -
    7
    1
    11
    9
    1
    1
    0
    0
    0
    0
    0
    0
    -
    -
    7
    1
    11
    9
    1
    1
    D
    25.08.26
    K-League
    Jeju
    Jeju
    Pohang
    Pohang
    -
    -
    4
    3
    11
    11
    0
    2
    1
    2
    0
    1
    1
    1
    -
    -
    4
    3
    11
    11
    0
    2
    W
    22.08.26
    K-League
    Bucheon
    Bucheon
    Pohang
    Pohang
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    -
    4
    6
    10
    9
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    Prediction for the 1st half

    Head-to-Head Matches:

    • Total encounters - 11;
    • First-half wins at home for hosts - 2; for visitors away - 1; number of draws - 2;
    • Average first-half total: 1.18;
    • Today's home team scores on average 0.64, while the visitors net 0.55.

    First-Half Stats: Daejeon (home) vs Pohang (away)

    • matches played in the tournament: 6 vs 4;
    • wins: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
    • losses: 4 (66.67%) vs 2 (50%);
    • draws: 2 (33.33%) vs 2 (50%);
    • Average goals scored: 0.67 vs 1;
    • Average goals conceded: 0.67 vs 0.75.

    Last 10 Matches (Overall):

    • wins: 3 vs 2;
    • losses: 5 vs 3;
    • draws: 2 vs 5;
    • Average first-half total: 1.3 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.6) vs 0.8 (scored - 0.3, conceded - 0.5).
    Trends
    • Daejeon scored in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 games against Pohang (K-League).
    👉Prediction: 1st half, Daejeon to score goal (odds: 2.06)

    Prediction on the outcome

    H2H:

    • number of encounters - 11;
    • home team wins - 3, away team wins - 6, draws - 2.

    Statistics: Daejeon vs Pohang

    • matches played in the tournament: 12 vs 12;
    • wins: 4 vs 4;
    • win percentage: 33% vs 33%;
    • losses: 4 vs 4;
    • draws: 4 vs 4.

    Last 10 matches:

    • wins: 4 vs 4;
    • losses: 4 vs 4;
    • draws: 2 vs 2.
    Trends
    • Daejeon have not won in last 7 home games (K-League).
    👉Prediction: Pohang will not lose (odds: 1.61)

    Prediction on the over/under

    H2H

    • today's home team scores on average - 1.55, the guests - 1.55;
    • average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.09;
    • both teams scored: overall - 7; at the home team's field - 3.

    Statistics: Daejeon vs Pohang

    • average total in the tournament: 2.17 vs 1.58;
    • average total goals scored: 1.33 vs 0.75;
    • average total in the 1st half: 0.58 vs 0.25;
    • average total in the 2nd half: 0.75 vs 0.5;
    • Daejeon : average total at home in the tournament -  0.33;
    • Pohang: average total away in the tournament - 1.25;
    • last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 0.2) vs 0.7 (away - 1.33).
    Trends
    • Daejeon have conceded in 7 of last 8 home games (K-League).
    • Pohang have scored in last 6 away games.
    👉Prediction: Pohang will score goal (odds: 1.5)

    Prediction on BTTS

    H2H:

    • number of encounters - 11;
    • both teams scored all-time - 7 times;
    • on the home team’s field - 3 times.

    Statistics: Daejeon vs Pohang

    • number of matches played in the tournament: 12 vs 12;
    • number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 5 vs 4;
    • number of BTTS matches for Daejeon at home - 2 (33%);
    • number of BTTS matches for Pohang away - 3 (75%).

    Last 10 matches:

    • number of BTTS matches: 3 vs 2;
    • BTTS matches for Daejeon at home - 1 (20%);
    • BTTS matches for Pohang away - 2 (67%).
    👉Prediction: Both Teams To Score (No) (odds: 1.84)

    Correct score prediction

    Statistics of frequent results (current season):

    • most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (15/72, 20.8%);
    • Daejeon at home most often finish matches: 0:1 , 1:1 (2/6, 33.3%);
    • Pohang away most often play: 1:1 (2/4, 50%).

    Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:

    1:0 - 13.53% (odds 5.82)
    1:1 - 12.44% (odds 5.65)
    0:0 - 12.38% (odds 7.17)

    👉Prediction: Correct Score (1:0) (odds: 5.82)

    ⭐ Editorial Prediction

    The match promises to be a tactical showdown, where defense will play a pivotal role. Considering current trends, Taejon struggle with scoring at home, failing to net more than 1.5 goals in seven consecutive matches. On the other hand, Pohang know how to capitalize on opponents' mistakes and boast a solid defense capable of minimizing threats at their end. Both teams show low scoring tendencies, further evidenced by the trend of under 2.5 total goals in Taejon's home games. Therefore, betting on under 2.5 total goals appears to be a well-founded and logical choice.

    Total goals Under (2,5)
    Published: 07/05/2026, 09:08

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    Betting Tips: Daejeon - Pohang

    Daejeon have not won:
    daejeon-citizen-fcin last 7 home games (K-League).
    Pohang will not lose
    Everygame
    -137
    Under 2.5 goals scored:
    daejeon-citizen-fcin last 7 Daejeon home games (K-League).
    pohang-steelers-fcin 16 of last 17 Pohang games (K-League).
    pohang-steelers-fcin 11 of last 12 Pohang games.
    pohang-steelers-fcin 6 of last 7 Pohang away games (K-League).
    Total goals Under (2,5)
    Everygame
    -182
    Over 1.5 goals scored:
    daejeon-citizen-fcpohang-steelers-fcin 9 of last 10 Daejeon games against Pohang (K-League).
    Total goals Over (1,5)
    Everygame
    -227
    Daejeon have scored:
    daejeon-citizen-fcpohang-steelers-fcin 9 of last 10 games against Pohang (K-League).
    Daejeon will score goal
    Everygame
    -400
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    Daejeon - Pohang Table position

    K-League 1 2026
    gWDLGDPForm
    5.
    Gangwon
    Gangwon
    271011634-2541
    6.
    Daejeon
    Daejeon
    281081043-3438
    7.
    Incheon
    Incheon
    271071034-3037
    8.
    Pohang
    Pohang
    281061224-3136
    9.
    Anyang
    Anyang
    288101035-4534

    Comparison of Teams Stats

    10 matches
    7 - Wins
    0 - Draws
    3 - Loses
    Wins - 3
    Draws - 2
    Loses - 5
    10 matches
    Scored - 25
    Conceded - 16
    +9
    -6
    7 - Scored
    13 - Conceded
    7
    Wins
    3
    0
    Draws
    2
    3
    Loses
    5
    Goal difference
    25
    Scored
    7
    16
    Conceded
    13
    4.1
    Match goals average
    2
    2.5
    Goals scored per match on average
    0.7
    1.6
    Goals conceded per match on average
    1.3
    7
    Both teams scored
    3
    36'
    Minutes / Goal scored
    129'
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