Daejeon Citizen vs Ulsan Hyundai FC: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
Daejeon Citizen welcome Ulsan Hyundai FC to Daejeon World Cup Stadium for a K League 1 fixture on Saturday 18 July (11:30 WAT). In the table, Daejeon Citizen are 3rd on 53 points after 35 matches; Ulsan Hyundai FC are 2nd with 57.
Current form
Daejeon Citizen, last 5: DDLLL Their latest outing: 0–0 draw with Jeju United FC, away. In their own stadium the record reads 0 won, 2 lost from 4. Scoring is the worry: just 0.5 goals a game.
Ulsan Hyundai FC, last 5: LDLWW Their latest outing: 1–3 defeat to Jeonbuk Motors, at home. Away from home the record reads 1 won, 1 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.2 scored, 1.3 conceded per game.
Momentum favours Ulsan Hyundai FC, collecting 1.7 points per game to 0.5 for Daejeon Citizen.
Head to head
When they last met (26 Apr 2026) it ended Ulsan Hyundai FC 1–4 Daejeon Citizen.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Daejeon Citizen 1.6 xG, Ulsan Hyundai FC 1.2 xG – a total near 2.8. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 51%, GG 59%.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Daejeon Citizen 43%, draw 24%, Ulsan Hyundai FC 33%.
GG/NG: GG (59%) at 1.67.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Over 1.5 goals (75%, odds 1.28). Most likely score in line with that pick: Daejeon Citizen 1–1 Ulsan Hyundai FC. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Daejeon Citizen43%fair 2.35 · @2.45
Draw24%fair 4.08 · @3.35
Ulsan Hyundai FC33%fair 3.03 · @2.75
2.80Expected goals
1.57Daejeon Citizen xG
1.23Ulsan Hyundai FC xG
59%Both score
51%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–112%
1–010%
2–19%
0–17%
2–07%
1–27%
From our goals model: Daejeon Citizen 1.6 – 1.2 Ulsan Hyundai FC expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Daejeon Citizen vs Ulsan Hyundai FC?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 75% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.28.
Who will win Daejeon Citizen vs Ulsan Hyundai FC?
On our numbers Daejeon Citizen have a 43% chance of winning, the draw 24% and Ulsan Hyundai FC 33%.
How many goals will there be in Daejeon Citizen vs Ulsan Hyundai FC?
We expect about 2.8 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 51% likely and both teams score 59% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Daejeon Citizen vs Ulsan Hyundai FC?
Our predicted score is Daejeon Citizen 1–1 Ulsan Hyundai FC, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.8 goals in total.
When is Daejeon Citizen vs Ulsan Hyundai FC?
Daejeon Citizen vs Ulsan Hyundai FC (K League 1) kicks off on Saturday 18 July 2026 at 11:30 (West Africa Time) at Daejeon World Cup Stadium.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
