K League Classic 2016 Round 27 + Challenge Round 30 – Previews / Predictions (August 20th-21st)

A slightly smaller than usual round this weekend, as the games involving Champions League sides Jeonbuk & Seoul were played a few weeks ago. This week therefore focuses more on the mid-table and relegation battles. The highlight game of the weekend is between 2 sides on the edge of the relegation zone Suwon Bluewings and Jeonnam Dragons. It is one of those 6-pointers that neither side can afford to lose.

K League Classic 2016 League Table Update

As we move past the mid point of the season the league table has taken shape. Jeonbuk now have a 10 point lead at the top over FC Seoul. With army side Sangju Sangmu 10 points behind them in 3rd. With Ulsan and Seongnam very close behind them. There are only 4 points separating 6th and 9th, so the mid table battle is very tight.
At the other end of the table, Suwon FC are still bottom, and but now only 2 points point behind Incheon United in 11th. Suwon Bluewings are 4 points ahead of them.

K League Classic 2016 Round 27 Previews & Predictions

This round of games take place on Saturday (2) and Sunday (2). Also all of the games take place in the early evening between 6-7pm. Here are our brief previews and predictions for the 27th round of 2016 K League Classic games;

Saturday August 20th 2016:

Suwon Bluewings vs. Jeonnam Dragons (7pm)

The weekends first game features two sides sitting just above the relegation zone. 10th placed Suwon Bluewings are one of the leagues draw specialists with 11 this season, including during the week against Pohang. Jeonnam Dragons has 3 wins from their last 5, but lost on Wednesday 4-1 at home against FC Seoul. This is an important relegation battle 6 pointer and therefore we see it being tight and a draw.
*Fun Fact: Jeonnam last beat Suwon away in the league back in May 2011.*
Prediction: 1 – 1

Pohang Steelers vs. Sangju Sangmu (7pm)

The second of Saturdays games features Pohang Steelers and high flying Sangju Sangmu. Pohang haven’t won in 4 games since beating Incheon around a month ago. Sangju Sangmu beat Ulsan during the week moving them up to 3rd place. Sangju won both of this seasons previous encounters 2-0. That being said we see this being close and Sangju making it 3 from 3.
*Fun Fact: These sides haven’t drawn since 2010.*
Prediction: 1 – 2

Sunday August 21st 2016:

Incheon United vs. Jeju United (6pm)

Sundays earlier kick off is a battle between the leagues two Uniteds, as Incheon host Jeju. Incheon United haven’t won in 5 and lost during the week against league leaders Jeonbuk Hyundai. Jeju United have been inconsistent recently with 2 wins and 3 defeats from their last 5 games. This is a rubber match as each side has a win apiece so far this season. This will be close, but we’re siding with the home side Incheon.
*Fun Fact: Jeju last beat Incheon away over 6 years ago, Kim Eun-Jung with a last minute goal.*
Prediction: 2 – 1

Gwangju vs. Suwon FC (7pm)

The last game of the weekend features two of the league smaller clubs 6th placed Gwangju and bottom side Suwon FC. Gwangju have won their last 2 games, and their only recent loss came against league leaders Jeonbuk. Suwon have won 3 and lost 3 of their last 6 games, and are currently only 2 points away from 11 placed Incheon. Its honors even so far this season with 1 win each. A tricky game to call but we see Gwangju and Jung Jo-Gook winning it.
*Fun Fact: These sides have never drawn in Gwangju.*
Prediction: 3 – 1

K League Classic 2016 Round 27 Results & Photos

Saturday August 20th:
Suwon Bluewings 1 – 1 Jeonnam Dragons
Pohang Steelers 1 – 0 Sangju Sangmu

Sunday August 21st:
Incheon United 0 – 1 Jeju United
Gwangju 0 – 0 Suwon FC

K League Challenge 2016 Round 30

The K League Challenge reaches the 30th round landmark of the 2016 season. This round is spread over 3 days and the standout game is between playoff sides Gangwon & Bucheon 1995 on Saturday evening. With leaders Ansan not playing this weekend it’s the perfect opportunity to gain some ground on the runaway leagues.

Also watch out of the attendance at the Goyang game, it maybe another new record low, as it’s a Monday evening game.

K League Challenge 2016 League Table Update

The league table has finally taken shape and Ansan Mugunghwa currently lead the way with a 10 point lead over Gangwon in 2nd. Bucheon 1995 and Daegu complete the playoff places. At the other end of the table, Goyang and Chungju are both well adrift of the rest now. But fortunately for them there is no relegation this season.

K League Challenge 2016 Round 30 Predictions

This round of games take place on Saturday (2), Sunday (1) and Monday (2). The games all take place in the early evening between 6pm-7pm. Here are our predictions for the 30th round of 2016 K League Challenge games;