Jeonbuk Hyundai recorded a draw against FC Seoul in a rainy duel, maintaining their unbeaten streak at 16 matches.

Jeonbuk Hyundai and FC Seoul drew 1-1 in their match on the 20th round of the Hana Bank K League 1 2025 at Jeonju World Cup Stadium on the 21st.

With this draw, Jeonbuk secured their first place with 12 wins, 6 draws, and 2 losses, totaling 42 points. Notably, Jeonbuk continued their unbeaten streak of 16 matches, showcasing a stable performance.

Seoul placed 6th with 6 wins, 9 draws, and 5 losses, totaling 27 points.

Jeonbuk, without Jinwoo Jeon, approached the game with a 4-3-3 formation. Minkyoo Song, Thiago, and Seungwoo Lee formed a three-top attack, while Jinkyoo Kim, Jinsub Park, and Sangyun Kang occupied the midfield in a triangular shape. The four-back defense line consisted of Hajun Kim, Youngbin Kim, Jeongho Hong, and Taehyun Kim, with Bumkeun Song as the goalkeeper.

Seoul faced Jeonbuk with a 4-4-2 formation. Dukes and Lingard formed a two-top attack, while Seungbeom Son, Doyun Hwang, Jae-moon Ryu, and Seungwon Jeong were positioned in the midfield. The four-back defense line consisted of Jinsoo Kim, Jooseong Kim, Yazan, and Joon Choi. The goalkeeper was Hyunmoo Kang.

The match between Jeonbuk, challenging for a 16-match unbeaten streak, and Seoul, needing a turnaround, started cautiously due to the rain falling all day. Jeonbuk was without top scorer Jinwoo Jeon this season and Seungwoo Lee started in his place. Seoul’s newly signed forward Klimala began the game on the bench.

In the early stages of the game, Seungwoo Lee attempted two sharp shots from the center of Seoul's arc, but both were blocked by the defense. Seoul also worked to increase their possession and showed aggressive movement.

Seoul showcased movements to trouble Jeonbuk's defense through Jinsoo Kim's shot. However, Jeonbuk dominated the midfield and displayed more aggressive football.

Seoul scored the opening goal. Following a corner kick, Lingard delivered a cross from the right, which Jae-moon Ryu headered into the goal, giving Seoul a 1-0 lead in the 24th minute of the first half.

Jeonbuk equalized during the stoppage time of the first half. Minkyoo Song scored with a surprise right-footed shot, leveling the score at 1-1.

Seoul substituted goalkeeper Hyunmoo Kang for Chulwon Choi at the start of the second half. Additionally, Dukes and Seungbeom Son were replaced by Klimala and Seonmin Moon.

In the 9th minute of the second half, Seungwoo Lee made a chance by charging through the midfield, and Taehyun Kim attempted a shot, but it was blocked and went out. Seoul’s Lingard also made a sharp shot, but it missed the goal.

In the 14th minute of the second half, Jeonbuk replaced Thiago and Jinkyoo Kim with Compaño and Youngjae Lee. The substituted Jeonbuk and Seoul pursued additional goals through midfield battles.

Seoul substituted Doyun Hwang for Seungmo Lee in the 22nd minute of the second half to strengthen the midfield. Jeonbuk brought in newly signed Chumashi for Seungwoo Lee in the 29th minute of the second half. Additionally, Jeonbuk substituted Minkyoo Song for Changhoon Kwon, continuing their attack. In stoppage time of the second half, Kwon's early cross was headered by Sangyun Kang but directed right at the opposing goalkeeper. Ultimately, Jeonbuk and Seoul ended the intense battle in a draw.

[Photo] Provided by Jeonbuk.

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