FC Seoul vs Daejeon Citizen predictions, Apr 18, 2026

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In the upcoming K-League 1 clash on April 18, 2026, FC Seoul is set to host Daejeon Citizen at their home ground. FC Seoul enters this match in excellent form, having secured four victories in their last five outings. This resurgence has been bolstered by a solid tactical approach, with an emphasis on controlling possession and creating scoring opportunities through their dynamic midfield.

Conversely, Daejeon Citizen has struggled recently, managing only one win in their last five matches. Their tactical challenges have been evident, particularly in maintaining defensive solidity and capitalizing on counter-attacking chances. With a struggling form and lower odds of 4.22 for an away win, Daejeon will need to improve significantly to pose a real threat.

Bookmakers favor FC Seoul at 1.84 odds for a home win, reflecting their current momentum. The probability model indicates a 53.6% chance of a home victory, with a predicted final score of 1:0. While FC Seoul looks to capitalize on their home advantage, the unpredictable nature of soccer means that outcomes can swing unexpectedly. A closely contested match is anticipated, but FC Seoul will be keen to continue their winning streak.

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Seoul 50.4%

Draw 27.7%

Daejeon Citizen 21.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.82	3.25	4.25
	1.87	3.4	4.27	Watch and Bet
	1.85	3.45	4.16

Latest Results

11.04.26 FC Seoul – Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors – 1:0 05.04.26 FC Anyang – FC Seoul – 1:1 22.03.26 FC Seoul – Gwangju FC – 5:0 18.03.26 Pohang Steelers – FC Seoul – 0:1 15.03.26 Jeju SK – FC Seoul – 1:2

12.04.26 Daejeon Citizen – Gangwon FC – 0:2 04.04.26 Pohang Steelers – Daejeon Citizen – 1:0 21.03.26 Daejeon Citizen – Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors – 0:1 18.03.26 Incheon United – Daejeon Citizen – 1:3 14.03.26 Daejeon Citizen – Gimcheon Sangmu FC – 1:1

Facts

One of the top teams will play against one of the outsiders (ranked 1 in the zone Promotion ~ K League 1 (Championship Group: ) and 11 in the zone K League 1 (Relegation Group: )).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Seoul won 1.

Seoul is in fantastic form, winning most of its recent matches (last 5 games: 4 wins).

Daejeon Citizen‘s performance has dropped in recent matches (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

In this match, Seoul is seen as the favorite.

In the last 19 head-to-head matches, Seoul won 10 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 30:26. (average 1.6:1.4).

Including home matches between the teams, Seoul won 5 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 12:8. (average 1.5:1).

Latest Head To Head

01.11.25 Daejeon Citizen – FC Seoul – 3:1 27.07.25 Daejeon Citizen – FC Seoul – 0:1 10.05.25 Daejeon Citizen – FC Seoul – 0:0 12.04.25 FC Seoul – Daejeon Citizen – 2:2 14.09.24 FC Seoul – Daejeon Citizen – 2:3

Standings

2026

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Seoul	6	5	1	0	12:3	9	16
2	Ulsan HD	6	4	1	1	9:5	4	13
3	Jeonbuk	7	3	2	2	8:6	2	11
4	Gangwon	7	2	3	2	8:6	2	9
5	Bucheon FC 1995	7	2	3	2	6:6	0	9
6	Pohang	7	2	3	2	4:5	-1	9
7	Jeju SK	7	2	2	3	6:7	-1	8
8	Incheon	7	2	1	4	9:12	-3	7
9	Anyang	7	1	4	2	7:8	-1	7
10	Gimcheon Sangmu	7	0	6	1	6:7	-1	6
11	Daejeon	7	1	3	3	6:8	-2	6
12	Gwangju FC	7	1	3	3	4:12	-8	6

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