Seoul E-Land edges Cheonan 4-3 in thriller; Ahn Ju-wan becomes youngest K League scorer
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Seoul E-Land defeated Cheonan City FC 4-3 in a high-scoring K League 2 match.
- Seventeen-year-old Ahn Ju-wan scored for Seoul E-Land, becoming the youngest goal scorer in K League history.
- The win keeps Seoul E-Land in second place, chasing league leaders Busan.
Seoul E-Land secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over Cheonan City FC in a dramatic K League 2 encounter on Thursday, with a historic goal from young talent Ahn Ju-wan. The 17-year-old forward etched his name in the league's record books by scoring the youngest goal in K League history. The match, held at the Mokdong Stadium, was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading blows. Seoul E-Land's victory propels them to 33 points, keeping them firmly in second place in the league standings, just three points behind leaders Busan. Cheonan City FC remains in 11th place with 19 points. The game was a high-octane contest, producing a total of seven goals. The offensive display kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle. Ahn Ju-wan's record-breaking goal was a significant highlight in a match that also saw Seoul E-Land narrowly avoid falling further behind the league leaders. The team's ability to secure three points in such a competitive fixture is crucial for their promotion aspirations. Meanwhile, bottom-placed Gimhae FC managed a valuable draw, indicating a competitive struggle throughout the league. The results from this round of matches continue to shape the K League 2 landscape, with significant implications for teams at both the top and bottom of the table.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.