Prediction: Gangwon vs Gwangju – K-League 1 – 26/08/2026
Preview
Gangwon will host Gwangju on Sunday, August 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM BST in the K-League 1. The home team, Gangwon, is currently fourth in the table with 35 points from 23 matches, while Gwangju ranks 12th with 11 points from 24 games.
Gangwon has been in decent form, with four wins and one defeat in their last five matches. They have also shown resilience, coming back from a goal deficit to win their last match. In their previous encounter, Gangwon lost 3-0 to Daejeon Citizen, with a goal difference of -3. They have also suffered a 0-3 defeat to Bucheon 1995, with a goal difference of -3.
Gwangju, on the other hand, has struggled, with one win and four defeats in their last five matches. They have also shown inconsistency, drawing their last match 0-0 against Bucheon 1995. In their previous encounter, Gwangju lost 2-0 to Daejeon Citizen, with a goal difference of -2.
The match promises to be an intense encounter between two teams with different forms. Gangwon will look to maintain their momentum, while Gwangju will seek to turn their fortunes around.
Gangwon
Fulltime Result
Gwangju
home
54.73%
draw
26.52%
away
18.75%
Gangwon will host Gwangju on August 26th in the K-League 1. Our experts believe that Gangwon have a slight advantage, but it will be a closely contested match. The home team have been in decent form recently, with four wins and one defeat in their last five games. They have been impressive in the K-League 1, with a 3-0 win over Daejeon Citizen and a 4-3 victory over Seongnam in the Korean Cup. However, they did suffer a 3-0 defeat to Bucheon 1995, which is a concern.
Gwangju, on the other hand, have been struggling to find consistency, with two wins, two defeats, and a draw in their last five games. They did manage to secure a 1-0 win over Ulsan Citizen in the Korean Cup, but were defeated 2-1 by Pohang Steelers in the K-League 1. They also suffered a 2-0 defeat to Daejeon Citizen, which is a worry.
Our experts believe that Gangwon's recent form gives them the edge, but Gwangju will be looking to cause an upset. The home team will need to be at their best to secure the win, but our experts predict that they will come out on top.
Gangwon
Over/Under
Gwangju
Over 1.5
yes
68.58%
no
31.42%
Over 2.5
yes
42.93%
no
57.07%
Over 3.5
yes
20.61%
no
79.39%
Over 4.5
yes
10.97%
no
89.03%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 1.5 Probability goals in the game between Gangwon and Gwangju. In the last five games, Gangwon scored a total of 22 goals, while Gwangju scored 8 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Gangwon
Gangwon x Gwangju Last matches
Gwangju
Gangwon
40%
Draw
20%
Gwangju
40%
Average statistics (latest matches)
Average goals 1.2
Both teams score 0
Goals scored(time 1) 0.8
Goals scored(time 2) 0.4
Over 2,5 20
Under 2.5 80
Gangwon
Total results
Gwangju
28 matches
12
wins
/
11
draws
/
5
wins
12
wins
(43%)
11
draws
(39%)
5
wins
(18%)
Recent form
Gangwon
Wins
2/6 (33.33%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
4/6 (66.67%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 3.67
Both score 50%
Goals scored 1.33
Goals conceded 2.33
Over 2,5 83.33
Less 2,5 16.67
K League 1 - 01/08/2026
AFC Champions League Elite - 11/08/2026
Korean Cup - 19/08/2026
K League 1 - 23/08/2026
Gwangju
Wins
2/6 (33.33%)
Draws
1/6 (16.67%)
Losses
3/6 (50%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 1.33
Both score 16.67%
Goals scored 0.5
Goals conceded 0.83
Over 2,5 16.67
Less 2,5 83.33
Korean Cup - 29/07/2026
K League 1 - 02/08/2026
K League 1 - 08/08/2026
K League 1 - 15/08/2026
Korean Cup - 19/08/2026
K League 1 - 23/08/2026
Latest news and statistics from Gangwon
Gangwon FC, currently sitting in fourth place with 35 points from 23 games, is gearing up for a crucial match against Gwangju FC in the 25th round of the 2026 K-League 1. The team's recent form has been a mixed bag, with a 3-0 defeat to Daejeon Citizen in their last league outing followed by a thrilling 4-3 victory over Seongnam in the Korean Cup. This was then backed up by a 2-3 win over Ulsan HD, demonstrating Gangwon's ability to bounce back from setbacks. However, their AFC Champions League campaign took a blow with a 0-1 loss to Gamba Osaka, and they also suffered a 0-3 defeat to Bucheon 1995 in their previous K-League 1 match. As Gangwon prepares for the upcoming match against Gwangju, they will be looking to regain their momentum and consolidate their position in the league table. With their recent performances showing glimpses of inconsistency, the team will need to tighten up their defense and find a more balanced approach to their game if they are to emerge victorious. Gwangju FC, on the other hand, will be eager to capitalize on Gangwon's vulnerabilities and move up the table. The stage is set for an intriguing encounter, with both teams knowing that a win could be crucial in their respective quests for success in the 2026 K-League 1.Latest news and statistics from Gwangju
Gwangju is gearing up for a crucial match in the 25th round of the 2026 K-League 1 against Gangwon. The team currently sits at 12th place with 11 points after 24 games, leaving them with a mountain to climb in their bid for a top-half finish. In their last five matches, Gwangju have shown glimpses of promise, but ultimately fallen short. Their recent form has been a mixed bag, with a 0-1 defeat to Incheon United in the K-League 1 followed by a 0-1 win over Ulsan Citize in the Korean Cup. However, they were unable to capitalize on their momentum, suffering a 1-2 loss to Pohang Steelers in the K-League 1. Gwangju's draw with Bucheon 1995 in the K-League 1 was a welcome respite, but their campaign took a blow with a 2-0 defeat to Daejeon Citizen in the same competition. As Gwangju prepares to face Gangwon, they will be looking to put their recent struggles behind them and pick up some much-needed points. With their current form and position in the table, it will be a tall order, but the team will be hoping to spring a surprise and snatch a vital win. The match is set to take place on a date to be confirmed in the 2026 K-League 1, and Gwangju will be eager to make a statement and turn their season around.
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Gangwon
latest line-ups
Gwangju
Lineup
1.
Cheong-hyo Park
99.
Joon-hyuck Kang
47.
Min-ha Shin
23.
Marko Tuci
33.
Chul Hong
11.
Young-jun Goh
97.
You-hyeon Lee
4.
Min-woo Seo
70.
Jesse Sekidika
96.
Byeong-chan Choe
7.
Dae-won Kim
Lineup
Kyeong-min Kim
1.
Sung-yun Kwon
22.
Teun van Grunsven
4.
Young-kyu Ahn
6.
João Pedro Reginaldo
17.
Chang-moo Shin
40.
Kyoung-rok Choi
10.
Lee Yong-Jick
37.
Min-seo Moon
88.
Hólmbert Aron Friðjónsson
11.
John Iredale
18.
Bench
6.
Dong-hyeon Kim
9.
Gun-hee Kim
13.
Gi-hyuk Lee
14.
Yun-gu Kang
19.
Sang-hyeok Park
24.
Ho-yeong Park
26.
Won-woo Cho
27.
Do-hyun Kim
51.
Min-kyu Cho
Bench
Seok-hwan Jang
2.
Min-ki Lee
3.
Se-jong Ju
8.
Je-ho Yu
14.
Ji-hoon Jeong
16.
Dong-hwa Kim
23.
Sang-gi Min
39.
Adriel Ba Loua
50.
Woo-jin Kim
70.
Standings Gangwon x Gwangju
Regular Season
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No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
#: position
team: team
P: played
W: wins
D: draws
L: losses
GF: goals for
GA: goals against
GD: goal difference
Pts: points
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Gangwon vs Gwangju FAQ
Gangwon vs Gwangju when?
The match between Gangwon and Gwangju will take place on 26/08/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!
Gangwon vs Gwangju what time?
The game between Gangwon and Gwangju will start at 11:30 Brasília time on 26/08/2026.
Gangwon vs Gwangju who won?
We don't know who will win the duel between Gangwon and Gwangju, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team Gangwon can be a moderate risk choice.