'Nam Tae-hee's winning goal explodes' Jeju defeats Bucheon 1-0 in another 'homeground relocation derby' [Bucheon On-site Review]

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Professional soccer team Jeju SK secured another victory in the so-called 'homeground relocation derby' against BucheonFC.

On the 5th at 2 p.m., Jeju defeated Bucheon 1-0 in the Hana Bank K League 1 2026 Round 12 away match at Bucheon Sports Complex, thanks to a winning goal by Nam Tae-hee.

With this win, Jeju broke its recent two-game losing streak, accumulating 15 points (4 wins, 3 draws, 5 losses) and leaping from 11th place to 6th place in the standings. Last month on the 4th, Jeju had also defeated Bucheon at home, ending a five-game winless streak (2 draws, 3 losses) at the start of the season, and once again managed to turn the tide by beating Bucheon.

On the other hand, Bucheon, having broken its three-game winless streak (1 draw, 2 losses) with a victory in the previous match against FC Anyang, aimed for its first consecutive wins of the season but bowed its head without resolving the lingering tensions from the homeground relocation.

The rivalry between the two teams stems from the past when the SK soccer team, which had Bucheon as its homeground, relocated to Jeju, followed by Bucheon establishing a civic club centered around its supporters, leading to the so-called 'homeground relocation derby.'

Even before today's match, Bucheon supporters displayed a large banner condemning the opponent's past relocation, but they had to swallow their disappointment without securing a victory. Bucheon remained at 13 points (3 wins, 4 draws, 5 losses), dropping one more spot to 11th place in the standings.

Today, Bucheon deployed a 3-5-2 formation with Galego and Han Ji-ho up front, Kim Dong-hyun, Kim Sang-jun, and Kim Jong-woo in midfield. An Tae-hyun and Shin Jae-won played as left and right wing-backs, while Patrick, Baek Dong-gyu, and Lee Jae-won formed the defense. Kim Hyung-keun was the goalkeeper.

Jeju countered with a 4-3-3 formation featuring Negueba up front, with Park Chang-jun and Kwon Chang-hoon on both wings. Nam Tae-hee partnered with Jang Min-gyu and Oh Jae-hyuk in midfield, while Kim Roon-seong, Tobias, Kim Jae-woo, and Im Chang-woo lined up in the defensive line. Kim Dong-jun wore the goalkeeper gloves.

The away team Jeju controlled the first half, maintaining over 60% ball possession throughout and probing Bucheon's weaknesses. Early in the match, Jeju threatened the opponent's goal with consecutive long-range shots from Oh Jae-hyuk and Im Chang-woo, and attempted to score through consecutive shots by Negueba, but they were either saved by the goalkeeper or deflected by the defense, resulting in no goals. Bucheon's first shot came only in the 25th minute of the first half. Patrick's long-range free kick from the midfield area went straight at the goalkeeper.

Jeju missed a golden chance in the 29th minute of the first half when Jang Min-gyu's exquisite shot from the left side of the penalty box hit the goalpost and went out. Five minutes later, Negueba's curling shot with his right foot was also saved by the goalkeeper. Bucheon responded with a long-range shot from Galego, but it went straight at the goalkeeper. Near the end of the first half, an injury occurred. Jeju's Tobias collapsed and was replaced by Ceresine.

Bucheon, significantly trailing in shots 2-9 in the first half, made a substitution at halftime, bringing on Vasani and Kazu for Han Ji-ho and Kim Sang-jun. In the second half, Bucheon launched a strong forward press, sparking intense action. Both teams engaged in rapid counterattacks, but neither managed to convert their chances. Bucheon also made a change up front, substituting Gabriel for Kim Dong-hyun.

In the 18th minute of the second half, it seemed a penalty kick might be awarded. A collision occurred in front of the goal during a Jeju free-kick situation. Referee Lee Dong-jun consulted with the video referee and conducted an on-field review to confirm the incident. However, the referee declared no penalty, stating, "The kicking by Bucheon's No. 93 (Lee Jae-won) had no impact, so the original decision stands."

Disappointed, Jeju continued to seek opportunities. However, shots from Negueba and Kim Roon-seong were repeatedly saved by Bucheon's goalkeeper Kim Hyung-keun. Bucheon also tried to break the balance immediately through counterattacks, but Vasani's shot hit a defender, and Patrick's header from the subsequent corner kick was saved by Jeju's goalkeeper Kim Dong-jun.

Bucheon threw a decisive card in the 27th minute of the second half by bringing on Yoon Bit-garam. However, it was Jeju that broke the 0-0 balance. Three minutes later, Negueba's cross was played to the opposite side, and Nam Tae-hee finished the play with a left-footed cross from the left side into the box. Bucheon immediately substituted Kim Min-jun for Shin Jae-won as their final substitution.

Bucheon tried to increase ball possession in the remaining time to create one last chance. However, Jeju's defense, which began to prioritize stability as time passed, did not waver easily. Jeju did not retreat but constantly sought a decisive goal through counterattacks after defending.

The added time, due to video reviews and numerous injured players, was a full 7 minutes. Amidst a heated atmosphere fueled by sharp confrontations between players from both teams, neither Bucheon's equalizing goal nor Jeju's decisive goal materialized. Ultimately, the match ended with a victory for the away team, Jeju.

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