Jeonnam Dragons winless 4 games, fierce competition for ranking 5th to 8th in the K League (comprehensive)

Aug 24, 2024

Jeonnam Dragons winless 4 games, fierce competition for ranking 5th to 8th in the K League (comprehensive)
photo courtesy of the Korea Professional Football Association
Jeonnam Dragons winless 4 games, fierce competition for ranking 5th to 8th in the K League (comprehensive)
photo courtesy of the Korea Professional Football Association
Jeonnam Dragons, which used to be doing well, is slowing down.

The Jeonnam Dragons, led by Minister Lee, drew 0-0 against Gyeongnam FC at Gwangyang Football Stadium on the 24th in the 'Hana Bank K League 2 2024' home game. Jeonnam (12 wins, 7 draws and 7 losses) has not been able to win the last four games in a row. Jeonnam remained in second place, but allowed a chase to third-place Suwon Samsung (40 points), which played one game less.

For Jeonnam, it is regrettable. Jeonnam had a numerical advantage in the 35th minute of the first half. Saraiva of Gyeongnam was sent off for a rough tackle. Jeollanam-do, which had a numerical advantage, put pressure on Gyeongnam by increasing its share. South Jeolla Province had an 18-7 advantage in the number of shots. However, Jeonnam left a 0-0 draw without taking advantage of the opportunity.

The game between Busan I'Park and Gimpo FC also ended 0-0.

Chungnam Asan drew 2-2 with Bucheon FC at home. Chungcheongnam-do Asan took the lead with Juninho's first goal in the 15th minute of the first half. Bucheon balanced 1-1 with Choi Byung-chan's equalizer five minutes later. Chungnam Asan took a 2-1 lead with an additional goal in the 18th minute of the second half. The game wasn't over until the end. Bucheon managed to leave a draw with Jung Jae-yong's score in extra time in the second half.



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