Chungnam Asan And Jeonnam Dragons Battle To Scoreless Draw

In a tense matchup that saw plenty of action but no goals, Chungnam Asan FC and Jeonnam Dragons battled to a 0-0 draw in the Hana Bank K League 2 2025. The match took place on April 20, 2025, at 4:30 PM at the Yisunshin Sports Complex in Asan, showcasing the competitive spirit of both teams.

Chungnam Asan entered the game with a solid lineup, deploying a 4-2-3-1 formation led by captain Shin Song-hoon. The defensive line was fortified by Lee Eun-beom, Jung Ma-ho, and Cho Joo-young, while Lee Hak-min and Son Joon-ho orchestrated play in the midfield. Up front, a trio of Han Kyo-won, Kim Seung-ho, and Adam supported striker Kang Min-gyu, aiming to breach Jeonnam's defenses.

On the other side, Jeonnam Dragons responded with a 5-3-2 formation, with Choi Bong-jin anchoring the defense. The backline included Kim Ye-seong, Yoo Ji-ha, and Kim Kyung-jae, while the midfield trio of Alver Rado, Yoon Min-ho, and Jung Ji-yong sought to control the pace of the match. Ho Nam and Jung Kang-min formed the attacking duo, looking to capitalize on any opportunities.

The first half kicked off with both teams eager to assert their dominance. In the 10th minute, Jeonnam's Ho Nam had a golden opportunity when he connected with a corner kick, but his header struck the crossbar, denying his team an early lead. Chungnam Asan quickly responded, as Han Kyo-won attempted a shot shortly after, but it went wide.

As the half progressed, both teams exchanged chances, with Jeonnam's Jung Ji-yong setting up a one-on-one opportunity for Jung Kang-min in the 21st minute. However, Chungnam's goalkeeper Shin Song-hoon was quick to react, preventing a goal with a crucial save.

Chungnam Asan continued to press forward, and in the 33rd minute, Park Jong-min unleashed a long-range shot that went wide of the target. The home side’s determination was evident as they pushed to break the deadlock.

In a pivotal moment during the first half, Jeonnam's Ho Nam was initially shown a red card in the 37th minute for a tackle on Cho Joo-young. However, after a VAR review, the decision was overturned to a yellow card, allowing Jeonnam to retain their full squad.

As the first half drew to a close, Chungnam Asan ramped up their offensive efforts, but Jeonnam's defense, led by Choi Bong-jin, held firm, and the teams went into halftime with a score of 0-0.

The second half began with Jeonnam making tactical changes, substituting Ho Nam and Jung Kang-min for Ha Nam and Valdivia. This shift aimed to inject fresh energy into their attack, but the scoring drought continued.

In the 4th minute of the second half, a breakthrough seemed imminent when Jeonnam's Jung Ji-yong found space in the box, but Shin Song-hoon was again up to the task, thwarting the chance with another impressive save.

Chungnam Asan made their own adjustments, bringing on Denis for Adam in the 17th minute, aiming to find a spark in their offense. As the match progressed, both teams exchanged opportunities, but neither could find the back of the net.

Chungnam Asan's Kang Min-gyu and Kim Jong-min both had chances late in the match, with Kim Jong-min's shot in the 41st minute missing the target. The home team continued to push for a late winner, but Jeonnam's defense remained resolute.

In the dying moments of the match, Jeonnam made a late push, with Valdivia attempting a shot from a corner kick that was deflected away. The match concluded after four minutes of added time, with both teams sharing the spoils in a hard-fought contest.

Ultimately, the match ended in a stalemate, with Chungnam Asan extending their unbeaten streak to five games. The draw leaves both teams with plenty to ponder as they look to find a breakthrough in their upcoming fixtures.

This match showcased the competitive nature of the K League 2, with both teams demonstrating skill and determination, but ultimately, neither could secure the victory they desired.