FC Seoul vs Pohang Steelers predictions, Jul 22, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

2 months ago

South Korean K-League 1, on Wednesday, 6:30 am ET

Score, Highlights

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As FC Seoul prepares to host Pohang Steelers at their home ground on July 22, 2026, both teams find themselves in contrasting forms that could influence the outcome of this K-League 1 matchup. FC Seoul has managed to secure victory in only 1 of their last 2 matches, indicating a need to boost their performance, particularly in their defensive organization. The home side will be looking to capitalize on their familiar surroundings to bounce back from recent inconsistencies.

On the other hand, Pohang Steelers come into this match on a high, having recorded wins in their last 2 fixtures. Their attacking play has looked sharp, demonstrating effective movement and cohesion in the final third. This form, combined with their solid defensive structure, suggests they will pose a significant challenge to the hosts.

With bookmakers offering odds of 1.92 for FC Seoul and 3.65 for Pohang Steelers, the match promises to be competitive. Both teams will need to execute their tactical plans effectively, making it imperative for FC Seoul to harness their home advantage, while Pohang will aim to continue their winning streak. As such, this match could go either way, reflecting both teams’ current trajectories.

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Seoul
46.8%

Draw
28.5%

Pohang
24.6%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.92	3.15	3.65

Latest Results

12.07.26 FC Seoul – Gangwon FC – 0:0
05.07.26 FC Seoul – Incheon United – 1:0
16.05.26 Daejeon Citizen – FC Seoul – 1:2
12.05.26 Gwangju FC – FC Seoul – 0:1
09.05.26 Jeju SK – FC Seoul – 2:1

11.07.26 Gwangju FC – Pohang Steelers – 0:3
04.07.26 FC Anyang – Pohang Steelers – 2:3
17.05.26 Bucheon FC 1995 – Pohang Steelers – 2:0
12.05.26 Incheon United – Pohang Steelers – 0:1
09.05.26 Daejeon Citizen – Pohang Steelers – 0:2

Facts

The most interesting match of the day — two teams from the very top of the table will face off (ranked 1 in the zone Promotion ~ K League 1 (Championship Group: ) and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ K League 1 (Championship Group: )).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Seoul won 2.

Seoul will hold a modest advantage in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Seoul won 7 matches, drew 8 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 28:28. (average 1.4:1.4).

Including home matches between the teams, Seoul won 2 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 15:15. (average 1.7:1.7).

Latest Head To Head

18.03.26 Pohang Steelers – FC Seoul – 0:1
09.11.25 Pohang Steelers – FC Seoul – 0:0
18.10.25 FC Seoul – Pohang Steelers – 1:2
29.06.25 FC Seoul – Pohang Steelers – 4:1
27.04.25 Pohang Steelers – FC Seoul – 1:0

Standings

2026

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Seoul	17	11	3	3	28:12	16	36
2	Jeonbuk	17	8	5	4	25:15	10	29
3	Gangwon	17	7	7	3	21:11	10	28
4	Pohang	17	8	4	5	18:14	4	28
5	Ulsan HD	17	8	3	6	24:24	0	27
6	Anyang	17	5	8	4	22:19	3	23
7	Incheon	17	6	3	8	21:19	2	21
8	Jeju SK	17	5	5	7	14:17	-3	20
9	Bucheon FC 1995	17	4	7	6	14:18	-4	19
10	Daejeon	17	4	6	7	19:18	1	18
11	Gimcheon Sangmu	17	2	10	5	17:23	-6	16
12	Gwangju FC	17	1	5	11	8:41	-33	8

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