Jeonbuk Hyundai in the K-League 1 succeeded in avenging itself.
Jeonbuk had a 1-0 win over Slangor of Malaysia in the fourth Group H match of the AFC Champions League held at Jeonju World Cup Stadium on Sunday. Jeonbuk has recovered from its loss in the third Group H match.
With the victory, Jeonbuk had three wins and one loss (nine points) to move up to the top of Group H. Jeonbuk is competing with Slangor, Muangtong (Thailand), and Cebu (Philippines). Slangor is ranking second in the group with two wins, one draw and one loss (seven points).
Jeonbuk’s starting players include “Korean Messi” Lee Seung-woo, Thiago, Boateng, Kwon Chang-hoon, Koo Ja-yong, and goalkeeper Kim Jung-hoon.
Jeonbuk scored the first goal at the 22nd minute of the first half. Thiago connected Kwon Chang-hoon’s accurate cross with a header with a high RBI single to shake the net.
Lee Seung-woo and Kwon Chang-hoon also showed good teamwork. Kwon Chang-hoon had a good chance as Lee Seung-woo poked a fantastic through pass at the sixth minute of the second half. However, Kwon’s direct shot was not hit properly. The ball flew high.
Afterwards, Jeonbuk tried to maintain an advantageous atmosphere by deploying Song Min-gyu and Choi Cheol-soon. Although the team failed to score additional goals, the team continued to secure a one-goal victory without wavering.
Jeonbuk will now focus on its league schedule. It will face Daegu FC on Saturday and Gwangju FC on Sunday.
This year, Jeonbuk ranked 11th in the league with nine wins, 11 draws and 16 losses (38 points). The team is fiercely competing to remain in the league. 메이저놀이터
