Gyeongju KHNP edged past Jinju Citizen in a thrilling 3-2 victory on 27 May 2026, in a K3K4Cham fixture that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The home side at the Gyeongju Civic Stadium had to dig deep after twice being pegged back, eventually securing all three points with a late winner.

From the opening whistle, Gyeongju KHNP looked the more assertive side, dominating possession and creating the better chances. Their pressure paid off in the 24th minute when a quick interchange on the left flank ended with a low cross that was turned home by their striker. Jinju Citizen, however, showed resilience. Against the run of play, they equalised just before the half‑hour mark through a well‑placed free‑kick that curled over the defensive wall and into the top corner.

The second half followed a similar script. Gyeongju regained the lead in the 58th minute after a corner was flicked on at the near post, allowing a defender to bundle the ball over the line. Jinju responded once more, drawing level in the 73rd minute with a penalty after a handball in the box. At 2-2, the momentum seemed to swing towards the visitors, but Gyeongju KHNP showcased their character.

With just under ten minutes remaining, a long ball forward was misjudged by the Jinju centre‑back, allowing the Gyeongju substitute to nip in and slot past the advancing goalkeeper. The home side held on through a tense finale to claim a deserved 3-2 victory.

Key moments

• 24’ – Gyeongju KHNP open the scoring with a clinical finish.
• 29’ – Jinju equalise with a beautiful free‑kick.
• 58’ – Gyeongju retake the lead from a set piece.
• 73’ – Jinju equalise again from the penalty spot.
• 83’ – Gyeongju’s substitute scores the decisive goal.

Tactical story

Gyeongju KHNP’s game plan revolved around wide play and set‑piece deliveries. Their two goals from corners and crosses highlighted their aerial threat. Jinju Citizen were effective on the counter and from dead‑ball situations themselves, but they struggled to contain Gyeongju’s persistent pressure in the final third. The home side’s depth off the bench proved vital, with the substitute making an immediate impact.

Season context

The victory kept Gyeongju KHNP in the hunt for a playoff spot in the third‑tier K3K4Cham league. Jinju Citizen, meanwhile, remained in the lower half of the table, with defensive lapses continuing to cost them points. For Gyeongju, this win extended their unbeaten home record and provided a valuable morale boost ahead of a tough run of fixtures.