Super Sunday time in the K League Classic is almost here. The highlight game is of course the heavyweight clash between FC Seoul and league leaders Jeonbuk Hyundai, their 3 encounter this season and 8th in the past 12 months. Previews and Predictions for all of Saturdays games below;
A quick reminder that Video Highlights, Goal Updates and more via Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
+ For details on Saturdays Action – Please Click Here +
K League Classic 2017 League Table Update
Jeonbuk Hyundai currently top the table 3 points ahead of Ulsan Hyundai, who in turn are 2 points ahead of Suwon Bluewings. Jeju, Seoul and Gangwon complete a very tight top half. Pohang Steelers are 5 points adrift from the top 6. Jeonnam Dragons and Sangju Sangmu are a little behind them. Daegu, Incheon United and finally Gwangju are the 3 sides currently adrift and in the relegation battle.
Note: Doesn’t Include Saturdays Results
K League Classic 2017 Previews & Predictions (Sunday July 23rd – Round 22)
Moving onto the days action, here are our brief previews and predictions for this Sundays 3 games;
Suwon Bluewings vs. Sangju Sangmu @ 6pm
The earlier first game of the day is between in-form Suwon Bluewings and out-of-form Sangju Sangmu. Suwon Bluewings along with Brazilian Johnathan have looked unbeatable recently winning their last 4 games on the bounce. Sangju Sangmu have lost 4 of their last 5 and have dropped closer to the relegation battle in recent weeks.
Prediction: 3 – 1
Suwon will be a strong favorites in this one.
Gangwon vs. Daegu @ 7pm
The second game of the day is between 2 sides having very different seasons. High flying surprise package Gangwon and struggling Daegu. Gangwon have lacked form in recent weeks only picking up a single point from their past 3 games, however they are generally better at home. Daegu picked up their first win in 9 games during the week beating Pohang 3-0.
Prediction: 2 – 1
We see Gangwon maybe edging this one overall recent performances, however if Daegu play like they did on Wednesday it could be very close.
FC Seoul vs. Jeonbuk Hyundai @ 7pm
The the final game on Saturday is the big game of the weekend between two K League giants FC Seoul and league leaders Jeonbuk Hyundai. These sides played only a few weeks ago with FC Seoul coming out on top thanks to a late Park Chu-Young goal. FC Seoul have won 4 of their last 5 games and smashed Incheon during the 5-1, Dejan bagging a hat-trick. Jeonbuk Hyundai have been on similar form with 3 wins from 4 games and are currently 3 points clear at the top of the Classic.
Prediction: 1 – 1
Just like the previous games between these sides, it will be close and honestly we see tired legs and a draw.
More Updates via Twitter
K League Challenge 2017 (Sunday July 23rd / Monday July 24th – Round 22) Previews & Predictions
Saturday evening also features a solo game in the K League Challenge.
+ For details on Saturdays Action – Please Click Here +
K League Challenge 2017 League Table Update
The league table at this point has Gyeongnam topping the table 7 points clear, followed by Busan I’Park. The an 5 point gap to Asan Mugunghwa and Bucheon 1995 who currently fill the other playoff places. Suwon, Seongnam and FC Anyang are close behind. Then there’s a gap to Ansan, Seoul and finally Daejeon who are 2 points adrift.
Note: Doesn’t Include Saturdays Result
K League Challenge 2017 Predictions (Sunday July 23rd / Monday July 24th – Round 22)
Here are predictions for this Sunday’s K League Challenge games:
Bucheon 1995 vs. Busan I’Park @ 6pm
Prediction: 2 – 1
3rd v 2nd, but Bucheon have the better form coming into this one. Going against the bookies and siding with a narrow win for Bucheon.
Seongnam FC vs. Suwon FC @ 7pm
Prediction: 1 – 1
The two sides relegated last season, 5th and 6th, and on similar form. Therefore a draw seems the likely outcome.
Here are predictions for this Monday’s K League Challenge games:
Gyeongnam vs. Asan Mugunghwa @ 7pm
Prediction: 1 – 0
Gyeongnam re-discovered their winning way last weekend, and we see another 3 points on Monday evening.
FC Anyang vs. Seoul E-Land @ 8pm
Prediction: 2 – 1
The worst 2 sides form wise clash in the final game of the week. FC Anyang will have the edge at home, also Seoul are lacking going forward.
More Updates via Twitter
Finally
For information on the all of our previous K League and AFC Champions League posts: CLICK HERE
As always if you have anything you’d like to add please let us know. We will try and keep things updated as best as possible via Twitter (and little via Facebook).
Tim
Modern Seoul
tim@modernseoul.org
Modern Seoul 