Team news: FC Gangwon may have only one doubt for this match, with Hong Chul still recovering from an unspecified injury.
Gimcheon Sangmu welcome back Byun Jun-soo after suspension. Lee Chan-wook was forced off injured in the last match and may miss this game, while Kang Joo-hyuk and Kim Min-gyu could also remain sidelined.
FC Gangwon drew 0-0 away to FC Seoul in their previous league outing. Although both sides took a point, Gangwon looked the sharper and more energetic team, threatening the opposition defence on several occasions.
Gimcheon Sangmu drew 1-1 at home against FC Anyang last time out. After both teams scored once in the first half, neither could find another goal after the break. It was likely a frustrating result for coach Jung Jung-yong's side, who had 70 percent possession but still struggled to create many attacks.
Even without much of the ball, FC Gangwon have continued to play with strong efficiency. Gimcheon Sangmu, by contrast, have not looked convincing going forward even when dominating possession, and that should suit Gangwon's strengths. FC Gangwon are currently unbeaten in seven straight league matches and will look to carry that momentum into this game.
Head-to-head: FC Gangwon won 3-0 away to Gimcheon Sangmu in the first meeting between the sides this season. However, Gimcheon Sangmu had the better of last season's meetings, posting two wins, one draw and one defeat.