Paju Frontier FC 0–1 Ansan Greeners FC | K League 2 | July 26, 2026

Ansan Greeners FC edged past Paju Frontier FC with a solitary goal in a tightly contested K League 2 encounter at Paju Public Stadium on July 26, 2026. The slender victory moved Ansan up the ladder while condemning Paju to a frustrating defeat in front of their home supporters.

Match Overview

Both sets of players struggled to find rhythm on a sticky artificial surface, with clear‑cut chances at a premium. Paju enjoyed the better of the first‑half possession but lacked incision in the final third, often over‑playing in midfield. Ansan, compact and organised, waited for their moment.

Key Moments

• 63’ – Ansan take the lead: A long‑range effort from Lee Sang‑min took a heavy deflection off a Paju defender and looped over the goalkeeper into the net.
• 85’ – Paju penalty appeal waved away: A tangle in the Ansan box looked like a possible spot‑kick, but the referee judged the contact as accidental.
• 90+3’ – Late red card for Paju: Substitute Choi Hyun‑woo received a straight red for a dangerous studs‑up challenge deep in stoppage time.

Tactical Story

Paju set up in an ambitious 3‑4‑3, trying to overload Ansan’s back four, but the system left them vulnerable on the break. Ansan’s 4‑5‑1 nullified the threat fairly comfortably, relying on counter‑attacks. The goal came from a hopeful shot that deflected kindly, but Ansan defended their lead with discipline and grit.

Standout Performers

• Lee Sang‑min (Ansan): Scored the only goal of the game and worked hard tracking back to help his defence.
• Kim Hyung‑il (Ansan): Made several crucial clearances and interceptions under pressure.
• Park Kyung‑su (Paju): The home goalkeeper kept his side in the match with a string of saves, especially in the second half.

Season Implications

The win lifts Ansan Greeners to eighth place in K League 2, now only three points behind the top six. For Paju, this defeat – their fourth in six matches – leaves them languishing in tenth, dangerously close to the relegation places. They will need to improve their home record rapidly if they are to avoid a season‑long struggle.