'A full three years later' Suwon derby... ' defense' Lee Jung-hyo vs 'Overwhelming firepower' Park Geon-ha of BIGBANG

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The Suwon derby, known for its always intense atmosphere, has been realized again after three years.

Suwon FC and Suwon Samsung will face off in the 10th round of the Hana Bank K League 2 2026 at Suwon FC's home stadium, Suwon Sports Complex, at 7 p.m. on May 3. This derby marks the first-ever meeting between the two teams on the K League 2 stage in their respective histories.

Suwon Samsung, which has started anew under manager Lee Jung-hyo this season, is showing fierce momentum. Currently sitting in second place in the league with 7 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss, and 22 points, Suwon Samsung is demonstrating the qualities of a strong promotion contender, matching the points of sole leader Busan IPark.

Lee Jung-hyo's biggest weapon for Suwon Samsung is their overwhelming defensive strength. In nine league matches, they have conceded only four goals. The stability of the back line, anchored by goalkeeper Kim Jun-hong, veteran Hong Jung-ho, and rookie Ko Jong-hyun, ranks among the top in the league. Additionally, the midfield held firm by Ko Seung-beom and Jung Ho-yeon is equally powerful. In their previous match, they secured a victory against Busan with a dramatic late penalty kick goal by Hayes in stoppage time, boosting their morale to the peak with a two-game winning streak.

The home team, Suwon FC, aims to restore its pride under the command of manager Park Geon-ha. Suwon FC, which started the season with four consecutive wins and achieved a perfect record for March, has slowed down in April with two draws and one loss. Having played one fewer match, they currently sit in fourth place with 4 wins, 2 draws, 2 losses, and 14 points, so they must use this derby to lay the foundation for a push toward the top of the standings.

Suwon FC's reliable strength lies in its firepower. Willian and Freizo have each scored five goals, competing for the league's top scorer title. Their offensive output of 15 goals in nine matches is among the best in the league. However, the defensive concentration, which has conceded 12 goals, will be a crucial challenge as significant as breaking through manager Lee Jung-hyo's solid defensive wall.

In the all-time head-to-head record, Suwon FC leads slightly with 9 wins, 2 draws, and 8 losses. Particularly, Suwon FC, which has held the upper hand in K League 1, is determined to continue this momentum in the first-ever K League 2 derby held at their home ground. On the other hand, Suwon Samsung aims to reclaim the top spot with a three-game winning streak, drawing on the memory of their victory in their last meeting in November 2023.

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