The K League United Podcast

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 full on Patreon: https://tinyurl.com/58cde4dc 

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 League TV and giving insight from their pre-match notes.   Paul previews Pohang's away visit to Gimcheon Sangmu while Alex takes a look at Ulsan's opener to Gangwon FC as well Jeju SK and Gwangju FC, both under new management.   Then, Matt Binns phones in to give his thoughts ahead of Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors and Bucheon FC 1995 as the K League 1 new boys visit the home of the Champions in hope of an upset.   About the Podcast From Outside the Box is a relaxed, insight-driven podcast from K League United, proudly sponsored by Record Pizza and TNT FC.  Join K League TV commentators Matthew Binns, Paul Neat, and Alex Jensen as they draw from their weekly notes, observations, and offer peeks into their behind-the-scenes experiences from the commentary box to break down K League 1, offering onest opinions, tactical talk, and real stories from outside the commentary box, every week. The first few episodes of this new initiative will also be available on The K League United Podcast stream before switching over to the new channels which you can find below: Listen and Subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. You can also follow on Instagram.  

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. Subscribers to ⁠⁠K League United's Patreon⁠⁠ and soon-to-be-launched FOTB Spotify Membership holders will obtain early-access to the first few episodes (and then exclusive access to later episodes). From Outside the Box is a relaxed, insight-driven podcast from K League United, proudly sponsored by Record Pizza and TNT FC.  You can also follow the new From Outside The Box podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly K League 1 coverage, as well as Instagram where you can get sneak peeks from the commentary booth.

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 the first few episodes (and then exclusive access to later episodes). From Outside the Box is a relaxed, insight-driven podcast from K League United, proudly sponsored by Record Pizza and TNT FC.  You can also follow the new From Outside The Box podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly K League 1 coverage, as well as Instagram where you can get sneak peeks from the commentary booth.

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 from K League United, proudly sponsored by Record Pizza and TNT FC.  Join K League TV commentators Matthew Binns, Paul Neat, and Alex Jensen as they draw from their weekly notes, observations, and offer peeks into their behind-the-scenes experiences from the commentary box to break down K League 1. Honest opinions, tactical talk, and real stories from outside the commentary box, every week. The first few episodes of this new initiative will also be available on The K League United Podcast stream before switching over to the new channel which you can find below: Apple: http://bit.ly/3MeXebz Spotify: https://bit.ly/3OMJaGM  

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/KLeagueUnited 

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 MVP for both K League 2 and K League 1, in addition to choosing our own picks for Comeback Player of the Year and Newcomer of the Year.   All this and more on The K League United Podcast!

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 process, what he learnt, and the advice he'd give to young men and women thinking of following in his footsteps.   Han also tells Andrew Farrell about his season highs with Anyang, the successful promotion campaign, and his stunning volley versus Gimcheon Sangmu which saw him claim October's Goal of the Month. Listen to the KLU Pod wherever you get your podcasts. Don't forget to leave us a review!   iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Libsyn | TuneIn Radio  

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 from the foot of the table, they talk through ten-man Daegu's last minute equaliser against Suwon FC and what that means given Jeju's 2-0 loss to Gwangju elsewhere.   Then, attention turns to FC Anyang who talk a large step towards survival with a 3-1 win over the Horangi.   There's a look at what's left in Final A, with Daejeon Hana Citizen and Pohang Steelers both taking strides to securing continental football, before attention shifts to this weekend's games.   All this and more, on The K League United Podcast.

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 

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.

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 a review!   iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Libsyn | TuneIn Radio

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 Motors, who wrapped the title up with five games to go. They discuss the influence the manager has had on both the team and K League plus discuss what K League could benefit from through hiring more international managers.   [READ: FC Anyang Hammer Gimcheon Sangmu]   Then golf club-gate continues as Ulsan HD take a swing at survival while Lee Chung-yong pitches his parting shots at their former manager in form of celebration. A par-for-the-course win over Gwangju though might not be enough to cover up their recent scorecards.   [READ: Round 33 Wrap-up]   Finally, there's a look at the remaining five weekends of fixtures, highlighting the key games where the remaining races can be won or lost.   All this and more on The K League United Podcast...  

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 Podcast ahead K League 1 Round 33 in what has been a busy international break for the top flight. With the league set to split into two for the final straight, reigning Champions Ulsan HD have split with their summer appointment Shin Tae-yong after on-field results and alleged off-field disharmony.   We take a look at what has been said and what has led to this drastic turn in fortune that sees the reigning Champions, Club World Cup competitors and ACLE participants scrambling for their top flight status and, more importantly, can they avoid it.   Our attention then turns to across the top division looking at the key races still to run and our thoughts on sides we haven't checked in on for a while.   All this and more, on The K League United Podcast.

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 (or released to the public), we address the latest rumours on what the landscape will look like in the coming years. Andrew, Luke, and Mike also return to their final 10 games of the season preview article, bemoan another international break, and shed a tear for the conclusion of the season.   [READ: Will K League 2 go down to the final day? We predict the final 10 rounds]   The main part of the podcast, however, is about the changes we'd make to the football structure if we had the power to decide these things. Please leave a comment with your suggestions and recommendations for expansion, relegation, promotion, or other issues you'd like to raise.   Listen to the KLU Pod wherever you get your podcasts. Don't forget to leave us a review!   iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Libsyn | TuneIn Radio

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.

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 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 when Newcastle United came to Suwon to face K League All-Stars, the number 55 received a call-up and played 80+ minutes.   Thomas tells Andrew about growing up in football-crazed Netherlands, the influence on the domestic game from some of football's greatest minds, his surprising move to Anyang, his favored position, and what the future holds.   Listen to the KLU Pod wherever you get your podcasts. Don't forget to leave us a review!

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 Series, Korea footballing world was taken aback at the announcement from Spurs and National Team captain Son Heung-min about his decision to leave the Premier League outfit after 10 years with them.   With his subsequent record-breaking move to MLS side LA FC announced days later, the pod first takes a look at this sizeable transfer and the impact it could have on Korea ahead of the 2026 World Cup.   [READ: Son Heung-min signs with LA FC]   There were friendlies to be played though, with Team K League also back in action in what has once again become an annual tradition, defeating Newcastle by a goal to nil. Andrew gives his thoughts on the game plus we hear from Magpies boss Eddie Howe and FC Anyang's Thomas Oude-Kotte, before our columnist Claire Evans joins us to tell us about her experience from the stands.   Paul then takes us through FC Seoul's 7-3 defeat to Barcelona before Andrew then walks us through the Spanish Champions second Korea-based friendly, a 5-0 victory over Daegu. We also hear from Barcelona boss Hansi Flick along with Daegu striker Edgar who caught up with our own Jung Muyeol.   [READ: Dark days ahead for Daegu]   Finally, defeating Newcastle in a friendly wasn't enough to turn the attention away from under-fire Ulsan boss Kim Pan-gon, who saw his year at the club come to an end after an eleven game winless run. The reigning K League 1 Manager of the Year had been coming under increasing pressure as Ulsan's title bid slipped away.    Kim has been replaced by former Korea and Indonesia National Team boss Shin Tae-yong, just in time for the weekend fixtures.   [READ: Ulsan HD Appoint Shin Tae-yong]   All this and more on The K League United Podcast!

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.