Recently I looked at “What If K League 1 Clubs Were English Premier League Clubs?” and that has lead to the next obvious question? What if K League 2 were English Championship clubs? Who would they be?
For this post I’ll be using the current 2018 K League 2 clubs & the 2017/18 Championship clubs. Based on status, support base, history and personal opinion based on 9 years following the K League and much longer the English Football League. I’ll try and explain my decision in a sentence (or two).
– To point out this is my personal opinion, please feel free to comment below if you feel differently –
What If K League 2 clubs were English Championship clubs?
Seongnam FC = Aston Villa
One of the biggest clubs in the league and one with a famous history that seem to be recovering from a bad spell.
Bucheon 1995 = Brentford
Based just outside of the capital and play in red. Also constantly improving and producing talented players on a budget.
Asan Mugunghwa = Bristol City
Often the bridesmaid but never the bride. A solid side but always seem to be lacking that cutting edge to win promotion.
Busan I’Park = Middlesbrough
Were in the top tier for a number of years but seem fated to spend most of the rest of their days in the second. Also they both play in red.
Ansan Greeners = Norwich City
Sometimes punch a little above their weight, but for some reason you want them to win. Also both based a little out of the way.
Daejeon Citizen = Birmingham City
Big famous Stadium and from the middle of the country. Both sides also need something extra to push them back into title and promotion contention.
Gwangju = Hull City
They can spend money, but often make poor signings. Again similar colors.
Suwon FC = Sheffield Wednesday
Often in the shadow of near neighbors. Both are often predictable to do well, but fail to meet those expectations. Finally both played for a short time in the top division.
Seoul E-Land = QPR
They once flashed the cash and failed to buy success, so now seem happy with finishing mid-table.
FC Anyang = Sunderland
A strong and passionate support base and a solid looking squad. But they can’t put things together and from themselves at the bottom of the league.
Finally
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