

Match Report: Jeonju University 1–3 Central University
South Korea University Championship – 13 July 2026
Central University secured an impressive away victory in the South Korea University Championship, defeating Jeonju University 3–1 on 13 July 2026. The match, held at Jeonju's home ground, saw the visitors take control early and withstand a second-half fightback to claim all three points.
Fast Start for Central University
Central University opened the scoring inside the first ten minutes when a swift counter-attack ended with a composed finish past the Jeonju goalkeeper. They doubled their lead midway through the first half with a well-placed header from a corner kick, leaving the home side shell-shocked. Jeonju struggled to find rhythm in midfield and fell further behind just before the break when a defensive lapse allowed Central’s striker to slot home from a tight angle.
Jeonju’s Consolation and Late Pressure
Jeonju University emerged with renewed energy after halftime. They pulled one back in the 55th minute through a scrappy goal from a set-piece scramble, giving the home supporters hope. However, Central University reorganized and defended resolutely, limiting Jeonju to long-range efforts. Despite several corners and free kicks in the final twenty minutes, Jeonju could not find a second goal, and Central held on for a deserved victory.
Match Statistics (Approximate)
- Possession: Jeonju 48% – 52% Central
- Shots on target: Jeonju 4 – Central 6
- Corners: Jeonju 7 – Central 3
The win lifts Central University in the championship standings, while Jeonju will need to tighten their defence ahead of their next fixture.