Ulsan HD vs Gangwon predictions, Aug 16, 2026

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As Ulsan Hyundai Host Gangwon FC on August 16, 2026, fans can anticipate an intriguing clash in the K-League 1. Ulsan enters this matchup in relatively strong form, having secured victories in three of their last five outings. Their attacking prowess and solid home record could give them an edge, especially as they look to build on recent performances.

On the other hand, Gangwon FC has struggled recently, managing just one win in their last five matches. This poor run has seen them drop valuable points and hinder their momentum. Their defensive frailties may be exposed against an Ulsan side that capitalizes on home advantage effectively.

The bookmakers currently have Ulsan’s odds at 2.69 for a home win, slightly higher than Gangwon’s 2.55 for an away victory, reflecting a competitive matchup but favoring the hosts. Model predictions suggest a narrow margin, with a 36% likelihood for a home win, 27.9% for a draw, and a 35% chance of an away victory, indicating that this encounter could be tightly contested.

Given the form and tactical dynamics at play, this match should provide plenty of excitement, though no outcome is assured.

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Ulsan 34.6%

Draw 29%

Gangwon 36.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.73	3.40	2.67
	2.75	3.10	2.35
	2.67	3.22	2.59	Watch and Bet
	2.65	3.15	2.60
	2.69	3.18	2.59
	2.60	3.15	2.55

Latest Results

08.08.26 Pohang Steelers – Ulsan HD – 0:2 02.08.26 Ulsan HD – FC Anyang – 3:1 29.07.26 Ulsan Citizen FC – Ulsan HD – 1:0 26.07.26 FC Seoul – Ulsan HD – 1:3 21.07.26 Ulsan HD – Incheon United – 1:2

01.08.26 Gangwon FC – Bucheon FC 1995 – 0:3 26.07.26 FC Anyang – Gangwon FC – 2:1 21.07.26 Jeju SK – Gangwon FC – 1:1 18.07.26 Gangwon FC – Gimcheon Sangmu FC – 2:0 13.07.26 Vietnam – Gangwon FC – 2:1

Facts

One of today’s top clashes will feature two teams fighting for the top spots (ranked 2 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, Ulsan won 1.

Ulsan has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 3 wins).

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

Gangwon may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Ulsan won 13 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 38:19. (average 1.9:1).

Including home matches between the teams, Ulsan won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 27:7. (average 2.5:0.6).

Latest Head To Head

17.05.26 Gangwon FC – Ulsan HD – 2:0 28.02.26 Ulsan HD – Gangwon FC – 3:1 27.07.25 Gangwon FC – Ulsan HD – 2:2 17.05.25 Gangwon FC – Ulsan HD – 1:1 19.04.25 Ulsan HD – Gangwon FC – 1:2

Standings

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Seoul	22	13	5	4	35:17	18	44
2	Ulsan HD	22	11	4	7	35:30	5	37
3	Jeonbuk	22	9	7	6	28:19	9	34
4	Gangwon	21	8	8	5	25:17	8	32
5	Jeju SK	22	8	7	7	25:24	1	31
6	Anyang	22	7	9	6	30:28	2	30
7	Incheon	21	8	5	8	28:24	4	29
8	Pohang	22	8	4	10	20:24	-4	28
9	Daejeon	22	6	8	8	27:24	3	26
10	Gimcheon Sangmu	22	4	12	6	22:28	-6	24
11	Bucheon FC 1995	22	5	9	8	21:25	-4	24
12	Gwangju FC	22	1	8	13	11:47	-36	11

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