FC Anyang defeats Gimcheon Sangmu to boost K League 1 playoff hopes

FC Anyang secured a vital 1-0 away victory against Gimcheon Sangmu in the 31st round of the 2026 K League 1 at Gimcheon Stadium. The winning goal was scored in the 38th minute by Knezcevic, following a header pass from Yukichi.

Anyang's defensive performance was a highlight of the match, bolstered by a recent intensive training camp focused on defensive stability. Goalkeeper Kim Jung-hoon played a crucial role, making several key saves to prevent Gimcheon from equalizing during their second-half offensive pressure.

With this win, FC Anyang moves to 8th place in the standings with 41 points. The result keeps their hopes alive for a spot in the Final A playoffs, remaining within a narrow margin of the 6th-place team, Daejeon.