Ulsan vs Jeju United Prediction: League Leaders May Lose Three in Succession

The Island Boys pay a visit to the Hyundai giants in hopes of another three-point brawl. Both sides suffered losses in their last league games and would look to return to winning ways. In the past 5 league games, there has been two wins for Ulsan, 2 stalemayes and 1 Jeju victory. The hosts lead the league are heavily preferred as victors for this game. The side visiting are however unpredictable and may show up with tricks under their selleves as seen in the recently concluded Korean FA Quarter Finals.

Ulsan (1st)

Last five matches: L-L-W-W-W

The League leaders still suffer low morale after losing in penalties to Jeju United in the Korean Quarterfinals. Since then, they have lost two consecutive games and are about to make it three if they fail to fasten their belts and redirect their focus. They lost in a 1-2 game against the Wolves of Incheon and struggled against Suwon Bluewings, where they lost 1-3 before full-time. Hung Myung Bo, Ulsan’s Head Coach must find ways to motivate his boys and reawaken them from their two-game running pitch slumber.

Jeju United (8th)

Last five matches: L-D-L-L-D

Two points from the past five league games indicate the bad state of this team. As they slip further toward the relegation region, they look towards this game as a lifeline to stay afloat. The last meeting between both sides ended in a win for them, they know that the league silverware would require more effort to seize. They recently lost 2-4 to Pohang Steelers in a game where they were simply outplayed after scoring an equalizer in the 74th minute. Lessons have been learnt and the team hopes for positivity from this encounter.

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Expert Betting Tips

The last five meetings between both squads have ended in three draws for Ulsan and two wins for Jeju United . Although it looks like both sides have relatively equal chances of domination, the Hosts have a predominant edge of preference.

• In light of this, we are tipping a Ulsan Win Or Draw, and over 1.5 Match Goals at full-time at 1.65 odds (bet365)
• A BTTS - Yes will also be a very interesting alternative for 1.86 odds (Betway)
• The guests need to bridge the sweeping gap between themselves and the hosts, and three points from this match may be the all-time prerequisite needed to fuel their drive. Bet on Over 2.5 Match Goals for 1.75 odds (1xbet)

Good luck!

Disclaimer: Odds are subject to change at any given point in time.