Anyang — Gwangju FC : Match Preview and Prediction for September 28,2025

Anyang’s Current Form: The “Zombies” Are on the Prowl

Anyang is undeniably in impressive form. They’ve maintained an unbeaten streak of four matches, securing three victories within that run. The Korean press has aptly nicknamed them “The Zombies” due to their relentless determination; the team fiercely contests every play and rarely gives up. Head coach Ryu Byung-hoon openly discusses his strategy: “We will persistently exploit Gwangju’s vulnerabilities and aim to score.”

Enhanced Attacking Power and Tactical Versatility

Their offensive play has become significantly more diverse. While much of their scoring previously relied on Bruno Mota (11 goals) and Matheus (9 goals), they now have additional threats in Yago and newcomer Yukic, who has already found the back of the net. This expanded attacking roster poses complex challenges for any defense, as threats can now emerge from various flanks and positions. The team notably leads the league in goals scored with the left foot, indicating a penchant for unconventional and varied finishing.

Fortress Home Ground: A Goal-Scoring Hotbed

A critical factor is their performance on home turf. The statistics strongly support our prediction: in 13 of Anyang’s previous 19 home matches, both teams found the back of the net. Even in their recent goalless draw against Ulsan, they registered 13 shots, with 9 of them on target. Given such consistent attacking intensity, goals are simply a matter of time.

Gwangju FC’s Dominance Over Anyang

Gwangju FC has been a formidable opponent for Anyang, particularly in recent years. Since October 2019, the two teams have clashed 7 times, with Anyang failing to secure a single victory and suffering 5 defeats. Crucially for our prediction, both encounters this season ended 2-1 in favor of Gwangju. This trend suggests Gwangju consistently scores against Anyang while also conceding goals.

Tactical Adjustments and Key Player Threat

Admittedly, they suffered a significant 0-3 loss to Seoul in their last fixture. However, coach Lee Jung-hyo has already stated his intention to conduct a thorough review of their mistakes and devise strategies to breach the opponent’s defense. This is a clear indication that the team has no plans to simply sit back defensively. Their primary attacking threat is the Brazilian player Heis, whom Anyang’s coach specifically identified as a constant danger.

Individual Skill and Dribbling Prowess

Despite not having the highest overall goal statistics, Gwangju FC leads the league in successful dribbles. This highlights the exceptional individual skill of their attacking players, who possess the ability to create scoring opportunities out of seemingly nothing. They are adept at dismantling defenses through dribbling, a tactic that has proven particularly effective against Anyang.