Pohang Steelers vs Incheon United Prediction: Incheon United Expected To Push Back

For Incheon United, Pohang is the next stop as they prepare for Matchday 9 of the prestigious K League. With the previous week setting a prerequisite for either side, who were shy of defeats, the Steelers, deemed the better side, are positive for a chance at retaining the lead in the league. Five clashes between the teams preview two wins for Pohang, two stalemates and one win for Incheon United. Gimcheon’s victory over Gangwon FC was a springboard for the side to resume the top spot.

Below is a preview of the team’s information, table, h2h, comparisons, and betting tips from our expert while the league table shapes.

Pohang Steelers (2nd)

League Form: D-W-W-D-W

Although Pohang faced an unfortunate defeat on the first day of the league against the previous winners, they bounced back in the subsequent game against Daegu FC in a 3-1 encounter. A 2-1 win over the Citizens compensated for the stalemate against Suwon FC, which only improved in the 4-2 blast against FC Seoul. Pohang was extremely impressive against Sangju side Gimcheon last week, staying on top of their defensive game to maintain a 0-0 stalemate against the ravaging side.

Seventeen points in eight games for the Steelers have shown the team’s resilience as if to say, “No more losses.” With a tally of two stalemates and three wins in the last five games, the hosts are in for an actual test of mettle, and they draw strength from four games without defeats in five previous meetings between the sides.

Incheon United (9th)

Recent Form: L-D-L-W-W

Five weeks ago, the Wolves won the game against Gwangju FC. Before that, they returned to win against the Citizens of Deajeon. Incheon United showed great spirit against the league leaders Ulsan Hyundai in the 3-3 stalemate, right after the tooth-and-nail goallessness against the Capital City Boys from Seoul. Incheon United showed strength against the Citizens of Daejeon before fostering a brace against Gwangju. Jeju United won on their home turf a fortnight ago, leaving fans disappointed at full-time. However, Incheon howled from home last week against Daegu Foxes, settling for a 1-1 stalemate. Despite the huge expectations for a victory against Gangwon FC, Incheon faced a dire 4-1 embarrassment and the odds posed a subsequent loss at the Steelyard grounds against Pohang Steelers.

H2H ANALYSIS

• In five meetings between the sides, Pohang Steelers has taken two wins.
• Two of five games ended with a stalemate.
• Two of Five games ended with a BTTS.
• All games between the sides have been low-scoring, with U 2.5 being the scoring trend between the sides.

Pohang Steelers vs Incheon United

Expert Betting Tips

Pohang, second in the league, has impressed against Incheon United in recent games. Conversely, Incheon United seized spoils against the Pohang Steelers, forcing them to engage in low-scoring duels in the last five meetings. However, consider these well-thought-out tips.

• Firstly, we envisage a challenging game for both sides. Bet With Betway on a U 2.5 at 1.63 odds.
• For the next option, we would go for the obvious - an ideal win for Pohang Steelers at 2.17 odds from 1xbet.
• Pohang Steelers would take a point in front of their fans and settle for defeat. Hence, we expect the two sides to leave with a point each. Bet on a stalemate at full-time from Bet365 at 3.25 odds.

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