The K League United Podcast
This podcast is the official English-language show dedicated to K League, South Korea's professional football league. It offers news, opinions, and analysis on the latest developments in South Korean football. Listeners get player interviews and match previews covering K League 1, K League 2, and the Korean National Team. It serves as a key resource for English-speaking fans following Korean football.
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Tunnel Vision: Osmar Ibáñez
It's another crossover episode as Ryan Walters returns once more to The K League United Podcast with his podcast Tunnel Vision, a show where he sits with players seconds from a World Cup Final as their career flashes before their eyes to discuss the matches, milestones, moments, mistakes and people that got them there. This episode speaks with a legend of both sides of the Han River with FC Seoul
K League's Military Sides, The Future of Sangmu, Korea's Asian Games Gold & Fallout
The K League United Podcast turns it's attention to Korea's military side Gimcheon Sangmu this week and the question marks over its future, before then looking back at the Korea Republic's gold medal success in the men's football at the Asian Games and the controversy that has followed. Matthew Binns and Paul Neat return once more for this Final Round of K League United Podcasts and, in a hark ba
KLUpod Final Round: A Decade of K League Rule Changes
Paul Neat and Matthew Binns review the rule changes implemented by K League, from the unique to early adoption of wider trends, and discuss the effects of their implementation and whether they should still be in place today. From Goals For and under-23 quotas to mid-season VAR introductions and foreign goalkeepers, this episode aims to look at what has shaped K League into the division it is
KLUpod Final Round: AFC Champions League 2026-27 Preview
This week's KLUpod begins with the announcement that this season will be the last of The K League United Podcast. Both Paul and Matt are set to take a step back at the end of the season, but are hoping to end things on a high by ensuring this "Final Round" of episodes looks in detail at several wider, evergreen topics from a decade covering the division. This first episode of this miniseries turns
Tunnel Vision: Dejan Damjanović
Ryan Walters returns to The K League United Podcast this week alongside host Matthew Binns to introduce his brand-new podcast Tunnel Vision, a show where he sits with players seconds from a World Cup Final as their career flashes before their eyes to discuss the matches, milestones, moments, mistakes and people that got them there. Ryan's first guest on the show is none other than K League royalt
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Previously on K League 1... [From Outside The Box]
After a seven-week hiatus nearly long enough to match a hydration break, From Outside The Box returns ahead of K League 1 Round 16 to catch listeners up on the biggest plotlines prior to the World Cup break. Matthew Binns and Alex Jensen return to the podcasting booth as they prepare for this weekend's English broadcast coverage of K League 1 once more. There's first time to cast a surpri
World Cup Special Episode 5: The Postmortem
The final installment of our 2026 World Cup specials following South Korea's disappointing early exit. Paul and Nathan look at what went wrong, whether Korea deserved to go through even as one of the best third-place teams, was the hotmic incident the turning point, what could have been done differently, and what happens before the Asian Cup in January 2027. Plus, Paul brings The Back Post and TNT
World Cup Special Episode 4: Mexico 1-0 Korea recap & South Africa Preview
K League United's World Cup coverage continues with a look back at the 1-0 loss to Mexico before attentions turn to South Africa in South Korea's final Group A match. We hear from African football expert and journalist Ali Howorth to get the lowdown on South Africa. Plus, the Back Post looks at the media reaction and coverage of the loss to Mexico, and there's good news in TNT FC Corner! 🍕 Proudl
K League Conversations Episode 3: Sergio Costa
K League Conversations returns with a full, feature-length interview with Sergio Costa, Jeju SK head coach and former assistant coach to Paulo Bento for the South Korean national team. 🍕 Proudly sponsored by Record Pizza, find your nearest location here, and in association with ⚽ TNT FC! ⚽👕 Get 10% off at Classic Football Shirts by clicking this link and using discount code KLU10
World Cup Special Episode 3: Korea 2-1 Czechia Recap & Mexico Preview
Paul, Nathan and Matt look back at Korea's 2-1 win over Czechia in Group A of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, look ahead to a potential and likely group decider against host nation Mexico. Plus, there's the return of The Back Post with Paul looking at the latest news and the media reaction to Korea's World Cup opener win, plus TNT Corner! 🍕 Proudly sponsored by Record Pizza, find your nearest location
World Cup Special Episode 2: Korea vs. Czechia Preview
Paul and Nathan look ahead to Korea's Group A opener at the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Czechia, including predicting the starting XI. We also hear from Czech football writer, formerly of KLU, Tom Danciek who provides us with a scouting report. 🍕 Proudly sponsored by Record Pizza, find your nearest location here, and in association with ⚽ TNT FC! ⚽👕 Get 10% off at Classic Football Shirts by
AFC Contingent 2026 World Cup Preview
The KLU Pod returns with a look ahead to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Paul and Nathan look at South Korea before Japanese football writer and author of Between The Lines, Sean Carroll provides insights on Japan, commentator Simon Hill has the lowdown on the Socceroos, and the Asian football writer, the Asian Game's Martin Lowe, looks at the best from the six west Asian teams. 🍕 Proudly sponsored by
The Back Post Episode 10: Friday 22nd May
The Back Post returns with a look at the media reaction to Hong Myung-bo's South Korea squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico, plus media analysis of K League 1 after 15 rounds, as well TNT Corner. 🍕 Proudly sponsored by Record Pizza, find your nearest location here, and in association with ⚽ TNT FC! ⚽👕 Get 10% off at Classic Football Shirts by clicking this link an
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K League 1 Round 15 Recap + Korea's K League Call Ups for the 2026 World Cup [From Outside The Box]
K League 1 enters its mid-season hiatus following last weekend's Round 15 fixtures. Matt, Paul and Alex take a look back at the action and give their takes and thoughts from the commentary booth. The second half of the podcast then looks to Hong Myung-bo's recently announced 2026 World Cup Squad for Korea and assesses the six call-ups from K League and why they were considered for the flight. Thi
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K League 1 Round 14 Recap [From Outside The Box]
Matt is in the studio solo once more for another short recap edition but, fear not, as Alex and Paul are on hand to assist with their post-match thoughts from the commentary booth on all the Round 14 action.
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K League 1 Round 13 Recap [From Outside The Box]
A shorter than usual episode this week as we go up against midweek fixtures once more. Matthew Binns looks briefly over the Round 13 action along with messages on the answering machine from Alex Jensen and Paul Neat.
Round 10 Recap + Young Players to Watch 2026
Matt, Paul & Alex sit down to share their commentary notes from the weekend of Round 10 action, including FC Seoul's win over Gangwon, Incheon's victory over Jeju, the back-and-forth battle between Jeonbuk and Pohang, along with Daejeon destroying Ulsan HD at the Munsu. Then, we celebrate Children's Day by turning our attention to the U22 players lighting up the league in 2026 and give our reasons
The Back Post Episode 9: 30th April 2026
The Back Post returns after a short hiatus to bring the media reaction from the latest K League action. Round 10 saw "unstoppable" FC Seoul move eight points clear, Kang Sang-yoon's dramatic late long-range winner for Jeonbuk, Daejeon being "strong-strong, weak-weak," Ulsan's collapse, strong condemnation for Cho Hyun-taek following Masa's injury, plus TNT Corner! 🍕 Proudly sponsored by Record
K League Conversations Episode 2: Takahashi Kazuki
The first current K League player on KLU's newly-launched K League Conversations Podcast. From Chiba via Madrid, Montenegro, Scandinavia, Romania, and Bulgaria to Bucheon, making his second K League United appearance, it's Bucheon FC 1995 midfielder Takahashi Kazuki, a key player in the Reds' march to promotion in 2025. Kazu talks about Bucheon's promotion from K League 2 and the team's start in K
K League Conversations: TNT FC's Kim Taeryung
Introducing K League Conversations, A K League United Podcast dedicated to hearing from and showcasing interviews with players, club officials, media and more in order to get a more insightful picture into K League. Our first guest is the CEO of TNT FC, Kim Taeryung. A former K League player himself, Kim's involvement in TNT FC has helped see the K5 League team develop into one of Korea's more uni
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K League 1 Round 7 Recap + Round 8 Preview [From Outside The Box]
Lucky Round 7 for some, not for others! Paul, Matt, and Alex look back at the late drama in 2026 K League 1 Round 7, including FC Seoul's last-gasp win over Jeonbuk, Ulsan HD's dramatic late win over Incheon United, Gimcheon Sangmu's late draw at home to FC Anyang, as well as Gangwon FC making light work of a struggling Daejeon Hana Citizen. 🍕 Proudly sponsored by Record Pizza, find your neare
The Back Post Episode 8: K League 1 Round 7 Reaction
🗞 The Back Post Episode 8: media reaction to K League 1 Round 7, including FC Seoul "fighting as one to break nine-year Jeonbuk Sangam jinx, " a "completely different original monster Marcao" following weightloss, Kim Dae-won opening his "scoring vein" to become Gangwon record breaker, plus much more, including TNT Corner with news of their new kits for the 2026 season! 🍕 Proudly sponsored by Re
The Back Post Episode 7: 9th April 2026
The Back Post: A K League United Podcast. This latest episode looks at the media reaction and major stories from K League 1 Round 6, including Stefan Mugosa firing Incheon United to their first home win of the season, Jeonbuk beating Ulsan in the 'Hyundai Family Derby', and Pohang making it back-to-back wins with a 1-0 victory at home to a floundering Daejeon. 🍕 Proudly sponsored by Record Pizza,
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K League 1 Round 6 Recap + Round 7 Preview [From Outside The Box]
From Outside The Box recaps the Round 6 action in K League 1 before moving on to what's looking like an important weekend ahead in Round 7. Matt, Paul and Alex return for this week's episode to take a look over the Round 6 action. We cast an eye on Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors' convincing victory over Ulsan HD and that Lee Seung-woo goal, while also turning our attention to The Steel Yard where a sl
The Back Post Episode 6: KNT Special 2
Another Korean national team special episode looks at the press reaction to the 1-0 loss to Austria, making it two losses in two in March, no goals scored, and five conceded. There's criticism for Son Heung-min, assessments of the "bleak state of Korean football," and an "all-round crisis," but there's praise from Austria manager Ralf Rangnick. All that and much more in the latest episode of The B
The Back Post Episode 6: KNT Special
This bonus episode of The Back Post takes a look at the headlines and media reaction to South Korea's shocking 4-0 pre-World Cup friendly loss to Côte d'Ivoire, from "open door defending," "no Hwang In-beom, no idea," "a game of four quarters, Korea undone by hydration breaks," to Oh Hyeon-gyu being the "only bright spot" and "shining Seol Young-woo." 🍕 Proudly sponsored by Record Pizza and in ass
The Back Post Episode 5: 27th March 2026
All the reaction to 2026 K League 1 Round 5, including a "blossoming" FC Seoul, a side that has set a new club record, media analysis of more "bore draws," how Jeonbuk got another win over title rivals Daejeon, plus much more. 🍕 This podcast, and K League United, is proudly sponsored by Record Pizza and is in association with TNT FC. 📺 Watch in full on Patreon.com/KLeagueUnited.
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2026 K League 1 Round 4 Recap [From Outside The Box]
From Outside The Box continues with the shorter-than-usual offering due to the midweek matches. Paul & Alex give short roundups of the three matches they covered in midweek on commentary for K League TV. Paul and Alex recap the pick of the Round 4 action, the first midweek set of fixtures of the 2026 K League 1 season. Both Daejeon Hana Citizen and Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors got their first wins of t
The Back Post Episode 4: 20th March 2026
In the latest episode of The Back Post, Paul looks at the reaction to the biggest stories in Round 4 of the 2026 K League 1 season. Hwang Sun-hong says his substitutes won the game, earning Daejeon's first win of the season when triumphing over Incheon United, Bruno Mota says Lee Seung-woo deserves most of the credit for his winner for Jeonbuk versus FC Anyang, and Park Tae-ha decides to throw new
The Back Post Episode 3: 18th March 2026
In this latest episode of The Back Post, Paul looks at some of the Korean media reaction to 2026 K League 1 Round 3, including the "unshakable" FC Anyang, a "resurrecting" FC Seoul and Ulsan HD, how FC Seoul are "crossing the line", Hong Myung-bo leaving the door open to players who are fit and in form before the World Cup, and more. Plus, exicting new sponsorship news for everyone's favourite K5
The Back Post Episode 2: 12th March 2026
In this week's episode of The Back Post, Paul looks at the reaction from Round 2 of the 2026 K League season. The 'Chung Jung-yong derby' ends in a draw. Are Jeonbuk and Daejeon really the title contenders? Lee Jung-hyo takes aim at Paju Frontier's general manager, there's high praise for Anyang's Matheus Oliveira, plus much more, including TNT corner. 📺 Watch in full on Patreon.com/KLeagueUnited
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2026 K League 1 Round 1 Recap + Round 2 Preview [From Outside The Box]
K League 1 returned last weekend and there was plenty of surprises in store for those who caught the curtain-raiser. This week's episode of From Outside The Box takes a look through all the Round 1 action and previews the weekend ahead. After returning to the commentary booths after a winter hiatus, Matthew Binns, Paul Neat and Alex Jensen talk about shaking off the rust, the perils of the five
The Back Post Episode 1: 4th March 2026
A brand new podcast as part of The K League United Podcast Network. Paul brings the latest news and media analysis of K League and Korean football, taking a look at the newspaper headlines, what'sbeen said, and what's happening. Episode 1 looks at reaction from the opening round of the 2026 K League season, including Bucheon FC 1995's giant-killing of champions Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors. 📺 Watch in f
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2026 K League 1 Round 1 Preview [From Outside The Box]
The 2026 K League 1 season is finally upon us with Round 1 set to get underway this upcoming weekend. From Outside The Box takes a look at the six matches ahead this weekend, as well as commentators' discussion on approaching the pronunciation Paul Neat and Alex Jensen sit down to preview the first round of the new K League 1 season, taking a closer look at the four featured matches for K Lea
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OFF AIR: Super Cup Recap + Oberdan Interview [From Outside The Box]
In our second instalment of From Outside The Box: Off Air, Matt speaks with Alex via phone from the side of the road outside of Jeonju World Cup Stadium to recap Jeonbuk's 2-0 win over Daejeon. We then here from Jeonbuk's new signing Oberdan on his debut match in neon green. This episode was originally early access for Patreon members and became publicly available on Monday 23rd February. Subscri
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OFF AIR: 2026 Super Cup Preview [From Outside The Box]
The first instalment of From Outside The Box: Off Air sees Matt and Paul mull over the return of the K League Super Cup and how they think Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors and Daejeon Hana Citizen will fare after busy transfer windows. This episode was first released to KLU Patreon members on February 18th, 2026 KLU Patrons and soon to be launched FOTB Spotify Membership holders will obtain early-access to
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2026 K League 1 Season Preview [From Outside the Box]
In Episode 1 of From Outside the Box, Matthew, Paul, and Alex kick things off by previewing all 12 teams in K League 1. From notable transfers and key players to the biggest questions facing each club, they break down what to expect this season. The trio also share their predictions for the title race and the relegation battle. .... From Outside the Box is a relaxed, insight-driven podcast f
2025 Season Wrap-up
The K League United Podcast brings its eighth season to a close with a brief look back on the highlights of the year. After 47 episodes, Paul Neat and Matthew Binns bring the curtain down on the eighth season of the podcast, picking out the talking points and storylines from 2025. All this and more on this series finale of The K League United Podcast! 📺 Watch in full on Patreon.com/KLeagueUn
The K League United Awards 2025
The K League United Awards return for the first time since 2021 in celebration of our 10 Year Anniversary, looking back at the very best of the 2025 season. Paul Neat and Matthew Binns return from their recent podcast hiatus to bring back The K League United Awards after a four year break. After a week of voting from votes, we reveal the Young Player of the Year, Manager of the Year and M
Han Ka-ram Interview - "We want to be Kings of Final B"
The international break returns, so we caught up with FC Anyang's elated midfielder Han Ka-ram to review a triumphant season. Anyang have guaranteed their stay in K League 1 for another year, so now's the perfect opportunity to review a great campaign. At the age of 15, Han Ka-ram left home in Jeolla Province for the green fields of Germany. In this special podcast, Han discusses his thought p
K League 1 Round 35 Recap and Weekend Preview
The final run-in continued over the weekend with plenty of dramatics to behold; from FC Anyang's superb win over Ulsan HD to more late Daegu heroics. The podcast takes a look back over all the weekend's action before casting an eye over the upcoming Round 36. Paul Neat and Matthew Binns return from the weekend commentary booth this week to give their takeaways K League 1 Round 35. Starting f
The Cesinha Interview
The living legend, the King of Daegu, Cesar Fernando Silva dos Santos, or simply "Cesinha," speaks to K League United about his legacy, making history, statues, the club's current situation, what he loves about Daegu the city and club so much, and much more. 📺 Watch in full on Patreon.com/KLeagueUnited
The Run-in: 2025 K League 1 Round 34 Recap & Round 35 Preview
Jeju SK still alive, Gwangju in the driving seat for seventh, Ulsan break Daegu hearts, Gimcheon spoil the Jeonbuk party, Daejeon in pole position for third, and FC Seoul come back from the dead; Paul and Matt look back at the many talking point from 2025 K League 1 Round 34 before looking at the pick of the action in Round 35.
#KLUpod | Incheon United are K League 2 champions! Live reaction featuring interviews with Delbridge and Fernandes
Incheon United defeated Gyeongnam FC 3-0 on Sunday to win K League 2 and guarantee their automatic and immediate promotion to K League 1. Andrew Farrell and Luke Evans were there for K League United. They gave their thoughts on the match, and caught up with Incheon United duo Harrison Delbridge and Gerso Fernandes. Listen to the KLU Pod wherever you get your podcasts. Don't forget to leave us
Jeonbuk Win 10th K League Title + Post-split Preview
All done before the split, Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors wrap up the title with five games to spare thanks to a 2-0 win over Suwon FC plus some help from FC Anyang elsewhere. We also look at Ulsan HD's return to winning ways plus some key matches set to take place post-split. Matthew Binns and Paul Neat are back on podcast duties to wrap up a successful league campaign for Gus Poyet's Jeonbuk Hyundai M
Ulsan HD Sack Shin Tae-yong & K League 1 Pre-Split Preview
With six games to go, Ulsan HD have made the drastic decision to part ways with their manager Shin Tae-yong after just 56 days at the helm, with the Horangi currently sat in tenth and staring at a potential Relegation Play-off. This episode takes a look at the news as well as quick glance at the final round before the split in K League 1. Matthew Binns and Paul Neat return to The K League United
Fixing K League, Addressing Expansion Rumours, Botched Previews, and International Breaks
After a long summer recess, parliament resumes. Andrew Farrell is rejoined by Luke Evans and Mike Brandon to give their thoughts on some of the pressing issues in Korean football in general, and K League 2 in particular. As the 2025 K League 2 season draws to a close, we discuss what impact further expansion will have on the division, and the entire pyramid structure. With nothing guaranteed (o
The Ishida Masatoshi Interview
Ishida Masatoshi is a modern-day cult hero at Daejeon Hana Citizen, a real fan favourite and someone who is looked to in order to conjure something from nothing, a magician of sorts. K League United sat down with Masa for an exclusive interview at the end of September to talk about life at Daejeon.
The Lee Ho-jae Catch-up Interview
A lot has happened since K League United first interviewed Pohang Steelers striker Lee Ho-jae. He suffered a long-term injury, came back stronger than ever, earned his first national team call-up, made his Korea debut, and even scored his first goal for the Taeguk Warriors. Now, he's in the hunt for the K League 1 golden boot. Paul caught up with him to see how he's getting on.
The Thomas Oude Kotte Interview
The latest edition in our summer long-form interview collection takes Andrew Farrell down to his local club, FC Anyang, to meet Dutch defender and Violet hero, Thomas Oude Kotte. Thomas Oude Kotte has taken the K League by storm. Signed from Roda JC in January, Thomas has become a stalwart in the Anyang rearguard during their first-ever season in Korea's top flight. So good has Thomas been, that
Son Heung-min leaves Spurs, Kim Pan-gon parts ways with Ulsan HD & K League Summer Friendly Wrap-up
In what was set to be a simple review of the summer friendlies being hosted in Korea, Matthew Binns, Paul Neat and Andrew Farrell return to discuss two of the biggest stories to come out of the games plus a look at the K League-related fixtures and thoughts from the mixed zone and press conferences. On the eve of the Tottenham Hotspur versus Newcastle United clash in this summer's Coupang Play
What's going on at Pohang Steelers?
In this bonus episode of the K League United Podcast, Paul speaks to new KLU recruit and Pohang Steelers fan Claire Evans to check in with what's happening at the Steel Yard. Muyeol makes another mixed cameo and speaks with Steelers striker Lee Ho-jae following the R24 win over Daegu FC.
Preview: Team K League vs. Newcastle United, FC Seoul & Daegu FC vs. Barcelona
In this special episode, we preview an exciting week of international club friendlies in Korea as European giants roll into town. First, we break down Team K League vs Newcastle United, highlighting key players to watch and what the best of K League will bring to the pitch. Then, we turn our attention to FC Seoul vs Barcelona, a historic matchup set to light up the capital and get insights from FC
K League's best away grounds, foreign keepers back in K League, and high profile friendlies in Korea
We've all been to our share of K League 1 and 2 grounds so, this week, Andrew, Luke, and Mike discussed their favorite (and least favorite) away days in Korea. As K League 1 takes a short break, we also look at the high-profile summer friendlies featuring Barcelona, Tottenham Hotspur, and Newcastle United. We round out the show debating whether the lifting of the foreign goalkeeper ban is a good
What's going on at Daegu FC?
In this bonus episode of The K League United Podcast, Muyeol provides his thoughts on the current situation at Daegu FC, with the Sky Blues sitting 12th and 12 points clear of safety. Muyeol also speaks to both Cesinha and Edgar in the mixed zone following the 2-1 Korea Cup loss to Gangwon FC to get their input. The message from both of them, though, is clear. Tune in to find out!
Looking Ahead to 2025 EAFF E-1 Football Championship
In this episode of The K League United Podcast, Paul and Andrew look ahead to the 2025 EAFF E-1 Football Championship, or the East Asian Cup, and assess the Taeguk Warriors' chances of reclaiming their crown, look at the tournament format as a whole, South Korea's key players, who was unlucky to miss out, what Hong Myung-bo's thinking might be with his squad selection, and more.
The Jonathan Aspropotamitis Interview
In this episode of The K League United Podcast, Paul sits down with Pohang Steelers defender Jonathan Aspropotamitis for a full-length interview to talk about his move to K League, life in Pohang, remaining patient for a starting berth, the experience of winning the Korea Cup, and much more. 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5G_7mk90Eto 📽 Extended version on Patreon: https://short-link.me/15L
10 Years of K League United
In celebration of reaching 10 years of K League coverage, K League United's Ryan Walters, Paul Neat, and Matthew Binns sit down to discuss their highlights and stories of their time following Korean football. From groundhopping to player interviews, and from beyond the running tracks to global international coverage, K League United has had quite the decade since its humble beginnings in Gwang
2025 FIFA Club World Cup: Borussia Dortmund vs. Ulsan HD Preview
In this third FIFA Club World Cup special episode of The K League United Podcast, Paul and Matt look back at reigning K League champions Ulsan HD's loss to Fluminense in matchday two, before previewing the final Group F match for the Horangi, Borussia Dortmund. To find out more about what to expect from Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund, we hear from journalist and German football expert Ultán C
2025 FIFA Club World Cup: Fluminense vs. Ulsan HD Preview with Tim Vickery
Ulsan HD need to shake off the loss to Mamelodi Sundowns and now focus on Brazilian giants Fluminense. Paul and Matt look ahead to this crunch clash for the Horangi as the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Group F reaches matchday two. We hear from South American football expert and journalistic giant Tim Vickery for his thoughts on Fluminense.
Suwon Samsung 1-2 Incheon United, immediate reaction, is the title race over?
Luke Evans makes his debut in the presenter's chair to review Incheon United's potentially title-deciding victory over Suwon Samsung on Sunday night. Luke is joined by Andrew Farrell to go through the fall-out from Incheon's win in front of over 22,000 people at the weekend. Incheon took a one-nil lead into the break, and even though Suwon talked about making a fast start to the second half, Inche
2025 FIFA Club World Cup: Ulsan HD vs. Mamelodi Sundowns Preview
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is here and flying the flag for South Korea and K League, Ulsan HD get their Group F campaign up and running against the champions of South Africa, Mamelodi Sundowns. In this episode of the K League United Podcast, Paul and Andrew talk about Ulsan's expectations and aims for the tournament as a whole, look ahead to the first match with the Sundowns, and offer their sco
Ulsan's potential bounty in USA, FA Cup draw reaction, away fan woes, and Suwon Samsung vs. Incheon United
In this episode of the K League United podcast, Andrew Farrell is joined by Luke Evans and Mike Brandon to debate whether Ulsan HD's prize money at the Club World Cup, which begins next week for the reigning K League champions in Miami, will have a negative influence on the league. Apart from a discussion on Ulsan's CWC treasure chest, Andrew, Luke, and Mike give their thoughts on the QF draw for
KNT Women take on Colombia, WK League, and Pohang Steelers' good form
In this episode of the K League United podcast, Andrew Farrell talks to Claire Evans about the Korean national team's double-header with Colombia, following the WK League, and Pohang Steelers' up-turn in form. With Paul Neat and Matthew Binns still away on international duty, Andrew refused to let go of the microphone, and was joined by Claire Evans for a special on women's football in Korea. Cl
K League 2 Round Robin Phase 1 Completed
In this episode of the K League United podcast, Andrew Farrell is joined by Luke Evans and Mike Brandon to look back over the first phase of K League 2 fixtures. With Paul Neat and Matthew Binns unavailable due to international call ups, Andrew took over the podcast this week, and naturally turned it in a K League 2 special. But with good reason. The first round robin fixtures are done, and now
The Vladislavs Gutkovskis Interview
In this episode of the K League United Podcast we kick off interview season for 2025, starting with Daejeon Hana Citizen's Latvia international striker Vladislavs Gutkovskis, aka Gutek. Hear Gutek talk about the best players he's played with, against, whose shirt he got in the recent trip to Wembley, how his injury problems are behind him, what it's like competing with Joo Min-kyu for a starting b
Marks Out of 10 After 10 Rounds Played in K League 1
In this episode of the K League United Podcast, Paul and Andrew run the rule over all 12 teams in K League 1 and, with it being 10 Years of KLU, give each team a score out of 10 after 10 rounds played. Not only that, but K League TV commentator Alex Jensen offers his thoughts about the season so far. Watch and listen in full on Patreon.com/KLeagueUnited
The Mixed Zone | Gustav Ludwigson, Thomas Oude Kotte, & Jasir Asani
In this bonus, mixed zone episode of the K League United Podcast, Andrew speaks to Ulsan HD's Gustav Ludigson and FC Anyang's Thomas Oude Kotte after a 1-0 Horangi revenge win, and Jasir Asani ahead of Gwangju FC's AFC Champions League Elite quarterfinal clash with Al-Hilal.
The Weekend Preview Friday 11th April
K League United's tika-taka, quick-passing, straight to the point look ahead to the weekend's K League action - The Weekend Preview. In this week's episode, we look ahead to K League 1 Round 8 and the matches picked for English commentary, including a clash between two title contenders in FC Seoul and Daejeon Hana Citizen, as well as K League 2 Round 7. Remember to watch K League on TV.KLeague.com
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10th Anniversary Best XI [#10YearsOfKLU]
This month sees K League United celebrate its 10th birthday with the next few podcasts taking various looks back over the last decade of our coverage and how things have changed. In our first special episode of this series, Matthew Binns, Paul Neat and Andrew Farrell take a look back at the best players of the last ten years and try to crowbar them into a best XI using a questionably vague cri
The Weekend Preview 3rd April
In this episode of the K League United Weekend Preview, we hear from Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors manager Gus Poyet following the 1-0 win over FC Anyang, Green Warriors goal scorer Andrea Compagno, as well as Anyang defender Thomas Oude Kotte. Then we look ahead to K League 1 Round 7, focusing on the matches picked for English commentary - Ulsan HD vs. FC Seoul, Daejeon Hana Citizen vs. Jeonbuk Hyundai
The Weekend Preview Friday 28th March
K League is back after the first international break of 2025 and brings K League 1 Round 6 and K League 2 Round 5. We take a look ahead to the pick of the action in both divisions. Watch K League live and for free on TV.KLeague.com.
The Weekend Preview Friday 21st March
In the latest episode of K League United Weekend Preview, Paul and Matt look ahead to the only K League match taking place this weekend - Gwangju FC vs. Pohang Steelers. Andrew checks in with Stanislav Iljutcenko after Suwon Bluewings' 2-1 Korea Cup 2nd Round win over Seoul E-Land, and there's a brief look ahead to the rest of the 2nd Round action.
Gwangju's #ACLElite Journey Continues while Jeonbuk crash out of #ACLTwo
A dramatic evening in Gwangju saw the hosts fight back from a two-goal first leg deficit against the J.League 1 Champions and book their place on the flight to Saudi Arabia. Matthew Binns and Paul Neat look back on an incredible match and discuss just how Gwangju pulled off this miracle, how many superlatives can we afford Asani and do we need to rediscuss manager Lee Jong-hyo after such a memo
The Weekend Preview Friday 14th March
In this week's episode of the Weekend Preview we look ahead to K League 1 Round 5 and K League 2 Round 4. We also hear from Daegu FC striker Edgar Bruno and Bucheon FC 1995 midfielder Kazuki Takahashi.
#ACL2 Quarterfinal Preview: Sydney FC Vs. Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors (feat. Simon Hill & Andrea Compagno interviews)
This week's K League United Podcast turns its attention Down Under where Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors head south to take on Sydney FC and try to claw back a two-goal defecit. Matthew Binns is at the helm this week as we hear from Andrew Farrell in Yongin Mireu Stadium, after the Green Warriors first leg defeat, getting the takeaways from Sydney FC manager Ufuk Talay and Jeonbuk boss Gus Poyet. We then
The Weekend Preview Friday 7th March
In the latest episode of the K League United Weekend Preview, your tika-taka, short-passing, to-the-point weekend preview podcast, we take a look at the main points in K League 1 Round 4 and K League 2 Round 3. We also hear from Incheon United attacking duo Stefan Mugosa and Gerso Fernandes for their post-Suwon Bluewings win thoughts.
K League 2 After 2 Rounds: What We've Learnt So Far
This week's K League United Podcast turns its attention to K League 2 and takes a look at the five biggest talking points of the first two rounds. Matthew Binns, Paul Neat and Andrew Farrell feature on the podcast this week, reviewing the opening rounds of Korea's second division. We take a look at the red cards in the clash between Incheon United and Suwon Samsung Bluewings, why there's ho
The Weekend Preview Friday 28th February
The K League United Weekend Preview Podcast continues! We look ahead to 2025 K League 1 Round 3 and K League 2 Round 2 all in just over 10 minutes!
K League 1 After 2 Rounds: What We've Learned So Far
We're two rounds into the new K League 1 campaign and all teams have shown us their opening hands. We take a look at what we think each side is going to offer. Matthew Binns, Paul Neat and Andrew Farrell are all reporting for podcast duty this week, drawing some sweeping conclusions about the season ahead after just two rounds. What could possibly go wrong? We take a look at FC Anyang's pro
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