Pocheon FC 5–1 Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors II: Home Side Runs Riot in K League 3

Pocheon FC produced a stunning attacking display on 23 May 2026, demolishing Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors II 5–1 at Pocheon Stadium. The result was a statement of intent from the hosts, who moved into the playoff places in the Korean K League 3.

Match Overview

The match exploded into life early. Pocheon took the lead in the 6th minute when forward Kim Min-jae turned in a cross from the left. They doubled the advantage just before the quarter-hour mark through a thunderous long-range strike from midfielder Park Ji-sung (no relation to the former Manchester United star). Jeonbuk II pulled one back in the 32nd minute when Lee Seung-woo converted a penalty, but Pocheon restored their two-goal lead before half-time with a header from Choi Hyun-jun.

The second half was all Pocheon. They added two more goals through Kim Min-jae (his second) and substitute Yoon Do-hyun to complete a comprehensive victory. Pocheon's high-energy press forced Jeonbuk II into errors, and the hosts registered 18 shots to the visitors' 7.

Key Moments

• 6' – Kim Min-jae opens the scoring with a close-range finish.
• 14' – Park Ji-sung unleashes a rocket from 25 yards for 2–0.
• 32' – Lee Seung-woo scores from the spot for Jeonbuk II.
• 44' – Choi Hyun-jun heads home from a corner to make it 3–1.
• 58' – Kim Min-jae grabs his second with a composed finish.
• 78' – Yoon Do-hyun adds the fifth to complete the rout.

Tactical Story

Pocheon FC's 4-4-2 diamond midfield outnumbered Jeonbuk II's 4-3-3 in central areas. The home side's full-backs pushed high, creating width, while the two strikers constantly interchanged. Jeonbuk II's young side struggled to cope with the intensity and were exposed on transitions. The visitors' defence, lacking experience, was caught out repeatedly by quick passes through the lines.

Standout Players

• Kim Min-jae (Pocheon FC) – Two goals and an assist, man of the match.
• Park Ji-sung (Pocheon FC) – A stunning strike and controlled midfield.
• Choi Hyun-jun (Pocheon FC) – Strong in the air and a constant threat from set pieces.

League Implications

Pocheon FC climb to fourth in the K League 3 standings, level on points with the top three. Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors II, the reserve side of K League 1 giants Jeonbuk Hyundai, remain in 11th place and are now winless in four matches. Pocheon travel to bottom side Paju Citizen next week, while Jeonbuk II host Daejeon Korail.