Match Report: FC Anyang stun Jeju SK FC with late comeback at Jeju World Cup Stadium

In a thrilling K League 1 encounter on May 17, 2026, FC Anyang rallied from a goal down to defeat home side Jeju SK FC 2-1, leaving the island club frustrated in front of their own supporters. The match, played at the Jeju World Cup Stadium, saw the visitors climb into the upper half of the table while Jeju slipped further from the early-season pace.

Match overview

Jeju SK FC entered the fixture looking to build momentum after a mixed start to the campaign, but FC Anyang—promoted to the top flight with vigor—showed resilience and tactical discipline. The home side took the lead midway through the first half but failed to hold it, as Anyang struck twice after the interval to snatch all three points.

Key moments

• 23' – Jeju strike first: A well-worked corner routine saw a near-post flick deflect into the path of a Jeju attacker, who hammered home from close range. The stadium erupted as the hosts seized the initiative.
• 54' – Anyang equaliser: A quick counter-attack sliced through Jeju's midfield. The left winger drove into the box and squared the ball for an unmarked forward to tap into an empty net.
• 78' – Anyang winner: A speculative shot from distance took a wicked deflection off a Jeju defender, looping over the goalkeeper and nestling into the far corner. The visitors’ bench erupted in celebration.

Tactical story

Jeju attempted to dominate possession through their midfield trio, but FC Anyang's disciplined 4-4-2 shape consistently denied central spaces and forced the hosts wide. Jeju’s full-backs pushed high, leaving gaps that Anyang exploited on the break. The game-winning goal came directly from a turnover in Jeju's attacking third—Anyang's compact setup absorbed pressure and struck with precision.

Standout players

For FC Anyang, the central midfield pairing of veteran anchorman and a creative playmaker dictated the tempo, while the substitute forward who scored the equaliser earned man-of-the-match honours. Jeju’s goalkeeper made several sharp saves but could do little about either goal.

Table impact

The result lifted FC Anyang to 5th place in the K League 1 standings, just three points off the top three. Jeju SK FC, meanwhile, dropped to 8th, now winless in three home matches. The defeat puts pressure on the coaching staff as the summer transfer window approaches.