K League 1
Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan
Sat, 08 Aug 2026 - 12:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Steelyard Stadium
Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan Prediction & Stats - K League 1 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan carries real history into this round of the K League 1.
The two sides meet on 08/08 (Saturday) at Steelyard Stadium, 11:30 (UK time).
Read the Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Double Chance: Draw or Ulsan
Last updated on 06-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Pohang Steelers the side to beat, with roughly 34% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all K League 1 odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Pohang Steelers Preview
Pohang Steelers reach this fixture 21 match into their K League 1. Here is where Pohang Steelers stand:
In this competition
8 won, 4 drawn, 9 lost
1.33 points per game
20 scored, at 0.95 a game
22 conceded, at 1.05 a game
Pohang Steelers, season-wide
8 won, 4 drawn, 9 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Ho-Jae Lee, 8 goals
Most assists: Ki Sung-yueng, 3 assists
Recent results — Pohang Steelers
01/08/2026 06:30
25/07/2026 06:30
22/07/2026 06:30
18/07/2026 06:30
11/07/2026 06:30
Ulsan: how they are travelling
Ulsan come in 21 matches into their K League 1.
Here is what Tigers have produced:
In this competition
10 won, 4 drawn, 7 lost
1.62 points per game
33 scored, at 1.57 a game
30 conceded, at 1.43 a game
Tigers, season-wide
12 won, 7 drawn, 10 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Yago Cariello, 10 goals
Most assists: Dong-Kyung Lee, 5 assists
Recent results — Tigers
02/08/2026 06:30
26/07/2026 06:30
21/07/2026 06:30
18/07/2026 06:30
11/07/2026 06:30
The head-to-head favours Ulsan
Ulsan have generally come out ahead of Pohang Steelers in their recent meetings.
From 50 match(es):
Ulsan: 21 win(s)
Pohang Steelers: 15 win(s)
Drawn: 14
That trend is worth factoring into the Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan prediction.
Form comparison Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Pohang Steelers
South Korea - K League 1
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
L
L
W
|
1.33 |
| Home |
L
L
W
L
L
|
1.1 |
| Away |
L
L
W
W
L
|
1.55 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 38% | 30% | 45% |
| Goals | 2 | 1.2 | 2.73 |
| Scored | 0.95 | 0.4 | 1.45 |
| Conceded | 1.05 | 0.8 | 1.27 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 10% | 55% |
| Without Conceding | 38% | 40% | 36% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 60% | 9% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.38 | 1.49 | 1.27 |
|
xGA
|
1.31 | 1.12 | 1.49 |
Away Team
Ulsan
South Korea - K League 1
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
W
L
D
|
1.62 |
| Home |
L
W
L
L
W
|
1.45 |
| Away |
W
D
D
L
W
|
1.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 48% | 45% | 50% |
| Goals | 3 | 3.27 | 2.7 |
| Scored | 1.57 | 1.64 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.43 | 1.64 | 1.2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 71% | 73% | 70% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 18% | 10% |
| Failed To Score | 19% | 18% | 20% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.74 | 1.85 | 1.63 |
|
xGA
|
1.63 | 1.66 | 1.59 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Pohang Steelers to Win
It’s hard to see any outcome other than a Pohang Steelers victory, making this our best betting tip.
They have been impressive throughout the season. Expect Pohang Steelers to live up to expectations in this matchup.
👉 Prediction: Ulsan to Win the First Half
Ulsan has proven to be a strong and aggressive side, even when playing away.
Given their ability to put pressure on early, don’t be surprised if they surprise Pohang Steelers and take an early advantage. We’re backing Ulsan to win the first half.
Fixture information - Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan
Match: Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan
Competition: K League 1
Date: Saturday, 08/08/2026
Kick-off: 11:30 (UK time)
Venue: Steelyard Stadium
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Stats
The statistics for Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
1.95
League: 2.37
Both Teams to Score
40%
League: 52%
Over 1.5+
65%
League: 70%
Over 2.5+
25%
League: 41%
Cards
4
League: 4.13
Corners
9.4
League: 8.62
Home Team
Pohang Steelers
South Korea - K League 1
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
L
L
W
|
1.33 |
| Home |
L
L
W
L
L
|
1.1 |
| Away |
L
L
W
W
L
|
1.55 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 38% | 30% | 45% |
| Goals | 2 | 1.2 | 2.73 |
| Scored | 0.95 | 0.4 | 1.45 |
| Conceded | 1.05 | 0.8 | 1.27 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 10% | 55% |
| Without Conceding | 38% | 40% | 36% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 60% | 9% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.38 | 1.49 | 1.27 |
|
xGA
|
1.31 | 1.12 | 1.49 |
Away Team
Ulsan
South Korea - K League 1
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
W
L
D
|
1.62 |
| Home |
L
W
L
L
W
|
1.45 |
| Away |
W
D
D
L
W
|
1.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 48% | 45% | 50% |
| Goals | 3 | 3.27 | 2.7 |
| Scored | 1.57 | 1.64 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.43 | 1.64 | 1.2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 71% | 73% | 70% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 18% | 10% |
| Failed To Score | 19% | 18% | 20% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.74 | 1.85 | 1.63 |
|
xGA
|
1.63 | 1.66 | 1.59 |
Corners
8.81 / Match
+7% Corners / Match
Pohang Steelers received +7% more corners than Ulsan in the K League 1
8.24 / Match
Sangju Sangmu
(3)
Jeonbuk Motors
(7)
FC Seoul
(3)
Jeju United
(7)
Gwangju
(2)
Anyang
(2)
Bucheon 1995
(6)(2)
Anyang
(3)
FC Seoul
(2)
Incheon United
(3)
Daejeon Citizen
(2)
Jeonbuk Motors
(8)
Gwangju
(1)
Gangwon
Cards
2.14 / Match
+66% Cards / Match
Pohang Steelers received +66% more cards than Ulsan in the K League 1
1.29 / Match
Sangju Sangmu
(0)
Jeonbuk Motors
(1)
FC Seoul
(1)
Jeju United
(2)
Gwangju
(3)
Anyang
(3)
Bucheon 1995
(1)(0)
Anyang
(2)
FC Seoul
(1)
Incheon United
(0)
Daejeon Citizen
(2)
Jeonbuk Motors
(0)
Gwangju
(2)
Gangwon
Goals Scored
0.95 / Match
+65%
Ulsan is +65% better in terms of goals scored
1.57 / Match
Sangju Sangmu
(0)
Jeonbuk Motors
(0)
FC Seoul
(1)
Jeju United
(1)
Gwangju
(3)
Anyang
(3)
Bucheon 1995
(0)(3)
Anyang
(3)
FC Seoul
(1)
Incheon United
(2)
Daejeon Citizen
(1)
Jeonbuk Motors
(1)
Gwangju
(0)
Gangwon
Goals Conceded
1.05 / Match
+27%
Ulsan condeded +27% more goals than Pohang Steelers
1.43 / Match
Sangju Sangmu
(1)
Jeonbuk Motors
(2)
FC Seoul
(3)
Jeju United
(2)
Gwangju
(0)
Anyang
(2)
Bucheon 1995
(2)(1)
Anyang
(1)
FC Seoul
(2)
Incheon United
(2)
Daejeon Citizen
(3)
Jeonbuk Motors
(1)
Gwangju
(2)
Gangwon
K League 1 Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
FC Seoul
|
21 | 13 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 17 | 18 | 43 | 2.05 |
| 2 |
Jeonbuk Motors
|
21 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 27 | 16 | 11 | 34 | 1.62 |
| 3 |
Gangwon
|
21 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 25 | 17 | 8 | 32 | 1.52 |
| 4 |
Ulsan
|
20 | 9 | 4 | 7 | 30 | 29 | 1 | 31 | 1.55 |
| 5 |
Anyang
|
20 | 7 | 9 | 4 | 28 | 23 | 5 | 30 | 1.5 |
| 6 |
Incheon United
|
20 | 8 | 4 | 8 | 25 | 21 | 4 | 28 | 1.4 |
| 7 |
Pohang Steelers
|
21 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 20 | 22 | -2 | 28 | 1.33 |
| 8 |
Jeju United
|
20 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 19 | 20 | -1 | 27 | 1.35 |
| 9 |
Bucheon 1995
|
21 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 21 | 25 | -4 | 23 | 1.1 |
| 10 |
Sangju Sangmu
|
21 | 4 | 11 | 6 | 22 | 28 | -6 | 23 | 1.1 |
| 11 |
Daejeon Citizen
|
20 | 4 | 8 | 8 | 23 | 23 | 0 | 20 | 1 |
| 12 |
Gwangju
|
20 | 1 | 7 | 12 | 11 | 45 | -34 | 10 | 0.5 |
Odds
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