K League 1
K League 1 is the top professional football division in South Korea. It originated in 1983 as the Korean Super League and was rebranded as K League 1 in 2013. The league features 12 teams competing annually for the championship and AFC Champions League slots.
⚡ Fast-paced, tactically disciplined football with emphasis on pressing and quick transitions.
📌 Notable Facts
- Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors is the most successful club in the league's history.
- Since 2013, the league has been branded as K League 1 and uses a split format with Championship and Relegation rounds.
- The league is a leading source of talent for Asian football and has produced players who move to European leagues.
League Table
| # | Time | M | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23 | 16 | 5 | 2 | +31 | 53 | |
| 2 | 23 | 16 | 5 | 2 | +28 | 53 | |
| 3 | 22 | 15 | 5 | 2 | +30 | 50 | |
| 4 | 23 | 11 | 6 | 6 | +19 | 39 | |
| 5 | 22 | 11 | 6 | 5 | +11 | 39 | |
| 6 | 22 | 9 | 1 | 12 | -7 | 28 | |
| 7 | 23 | 6 | 10 | 7 | -5 | 28 | |
| 8 | 23 | 7 | 6 | 10 | -3 | 27 | |
| 9 | 23 | 8 | 3 | 12 | -11 | 27 | |
| 10 | 22 | 5 | 9 | 8 | -5 | 24 | |
| 11 | 23 | 6 | 3 | 14 | -15 | 21 | |
| 12 | 23 | 4 | 9 | 10 | -16 | 21 | |
| 13 | 23 | 3 | 7 | 13 | -17 | 16 | |
| 14 | 23 | 3 | 3 | 17 | -40 | 12 |
① Daejeon Hana's attack should pierce Bucheon's defense.
② Bucheon will push for a home upset but may fall short.
③ Expect a competitive game with goals from both sides.
① Incheon United's quality edge should decide the away win.
② Gwangju FC will attempt to counter but face a tough test.
③ Open game with opportunities at both ends.
① Jeonbuk's quality and away efficiency give them the edge.
② Sangmu will contest vigorously but may fall just short.
③ An open game with chances for both sides and late drama.
① Daejeon Hana Citizen enter with stronger home form and depth this season.
② Anyang can threaten on quick breaks, but expect Daejeon to control midfield.
③ A spring-time pitch and open play could yield a 2-1 win for Daejeon.