Ah, the heat of the K League 1 grudge match between Gangwon FC and Daejeon Hana Citizen. It's more tantalizing than a hot dog at a ballpark, less predictable than my Aunt Berta’s mystery casserole.
Past contests appear to be split hair even, every bit as balanced as a yoga instructor on a tightrope. Last four duels straddle the line between ignoble draw and slim victories, one might call it the lukewarm love story of the League.
The regular season? Well, Daejeon and Gangwon have been wrestling as enthusiastically as two kids after the last lollipop. Daejeon, with a record of 9-8-4, edges slightly past Gangwon’s 8-4-9, like an overzealous greyhound in a dog race.
Peeking at the recent results, it appears Daejeon must be nursing heartache like high school sweethearts on the senior nights, with no clear wins in the bag lately. It's draws and a single loss. Meanwhile, Gangwon, oh, they've snagged a couple of victories in the mix like a mongoose on a cobra.
All this makes one dwell upon the great mysteries of the universe. Like, which team warrants the honor of being chosen as the winner for our sporting consumers? Considering the subtle tango of past performances and the recent successes, the answer is as clear as a newly cleaned windshield.
Albert’s Prediction: Gangwon FC by 1