Gangwon Football Club avoided a major upset by defeating Siheung City 2-1 in the Korean Cup on May 14, 2025. The K League 1 side was pushed all the way by the lower-division team in a tense and competitive cup tie. Siheung City, playing as the away team, took a shock lead early in the match, putting Gangwon under immediate pressure. Gangwon responded before halftime to level the score, easing the nerves around the stadium. The winning goal came in the second half, likely from a period of sustained dominance, allowing Gangwon to see out the game. This narrow victory sent Gangwon FC through to the next round, but the performance served as a warning against underestimating any opponent in knockout football.