Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan Hyundai FC: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
Pohang Steelers welcome Ulsan Hyundai FC to Pohang Steel Yard for a K League 1 fixture on Saturday 8 August (12:00 WAT). In the table, Pohang Steelers are 9th on 44 points after 35 matches; Ulsan Hyundai FC are 2nd with 57. There are 13 points between them, and the seasons have gone in opposite directions.
Current form
Pohang Steelers, last 5: LLLLW Their latest outing: 0–1 defeat to Gimcheon Sangmu FC, at home. Goals for and against: 1.3 scored, 1.7 conceded per game.
Ulsan Hyundai FC, last 5: WLWLD Their latest outing: 3–1 win over FC Anyang, at home. Away from home the record reads 1 won, 1 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.7 scored, 1.7 conceded per game.
Head to head
When they last met (2 May 2026) it ended Ulsan Hyundai FC 0–1 Pohang Steelers.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Pohang Steelers 1.3 xG, Ulsan Hyundai FC 1.4 xG – a total near 2.7. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 49%, GG 57%. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Pohang Steelers 36%, draw 25%, Ulsan Hyundai FC 39%.
GG/NG: GG (57%) at 1.70.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Over 1.5 goals (73%, odds 1.30). Most likely score in line with that pick: Pohang Steelers 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
Pohang Steelers36%fair 2.78 · @2.60
Draw25%fair 3.94 · @3.35
Ulsan Hyundai FC39%fair 2.58 · @2.60
2.69Expected goals
1.29Pohang Steelers xG
1.39Ulsan Hyundai FC xG
57%Both score
49%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–112%
0–110%
1–09%
1–29%
2–18%
0–07%
From our goals model: Pohang Steelers 1.3 – 1.4 Ulsan Hyundai FC expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan Hyundai FC?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 73% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.30.
Who will win Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan Hyundai FC?
On our numbers Pohang Steelers have a 36% chance of winning, the draw 25% and Ulsan Hyundai FC 39%.
How many goals will there be in Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan Hyundai FC?
We expect about 2.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 49% likely and both teams score 57% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan Hyundai FC?
Our predicted score is Pohang Steelers 1–1 Ulsan Hyundai FC, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.7 goals in total.
When is Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan Hyundai FC?
Pohang Steelers vs Ulsan Hyundai FC (K League 1) kicks off on Saturday 8 August 2026 at 12:00 (West Africa Time) at Pohang Steel Yard.
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.