Gwangju FC’s Promotion to A Final Cancelled After 0-2 Loss to Jeju United

Gwangju FC’s hopes of advancing to the Final A were dashed after a 0-2 loss to Jeju United in the 31st round of the 2024 Hana Bank K 1 League at the Gwangju Football Stadium on the 22nd.

The loss leaves Gwangju in 7th place with 13 wins, 1 draw, and 17 losses (40 points), making it difficult to advance to the top division regardless of the remaining 2 games.

Match Summary

The first half ended in a draw with neither team scoring, but in the 21st minute of the second half, Jeju Jonatan passed the ball to Kaina in front of the Gwangju goal, and Kaina broke the deadlock with a shot.

Jeju scored an extra goal during 6 minutes of extra time, securing a 0-2 win.

Kim Yun-ho Makes History

Meanwhile, Kim Yun-ho, who recently signed a semi-professional contract with Gwangju FC, made his debut in the club’s history and set the record for the youngest player in K League 1 history.

Kim Yun-ho broke the club’s youngest player record at 17 years, 4 months, and 17 days by starting the game.