Korea University Dominates with Three Straight Wins, Advances to Next Round

Transition to the Knockout Stage of the 61st Autumn University Football Federation

The group stage of the 61st Autumn University Football Federation has concluded, marking the beginning of the tournament phase. On the 7th, the final group matches were held in Taebaek, Gangwon Province, determining which teams would advance to the round of 16. A total of ten universities successfully passed the group stage, including Kyungil University, Kwangwoon University, Soongsil University, Hannam University, Honam University, Hanyang University, Sangji University, Sungkyunkwan University, Korea University, and Ulsan University. Among these, Korea University and Soongsil University secured their spots with three consecutive victories.

On the 9th, the round of 22 will take place, featuring a series of matches between the following teams: Wooseok University vs. Myeongji University, Hanyang University vs. Sangji University, Yeungnam University vs. Baejae University, Kyung Hee University vs. Gangseo University, Sunmoon University vs. Kimcheon University, and Gwangju University vs. Kaya University. The winners of these matches will move on to the round of 16, scheduled for the 11th.

Key Results from the Group Stage

Several notable results emerged during the group stage, showcasing the competitive nature of the tournament:

• Korea University defeated Cheongju University with a score of 4-1.
• Cheongwoon University overcame Upper Zone with a 3-1 victory.
• Soongsil University dominated Soft University with a 5-0 win.
• Gimcheon University narrowly beat Cyber Korea University of Foreign Studies by a score of 5-2.
• Kyung Hee University recorded a decisive 6-1 win against Chosun University of Technology.
• Gwangju University edged out Calvin University with a 1-0 victory.
• Myongji University triumphed over Andong University of Science with a 3-0 score.
• Yeungnam University secured a 1-0 win against Mokpo National University of Science.
• Sunmoon University defeated Southern University with a 4-1 result.
• Pai Chai University drew with Gyeongil University in a 1-1 match.
• Honam University claimed a 3-0 victory over Dong-A University.
• Full Gospel General Assembly beat Seoul National University with a 3-0 score.
• Hanyang University narrowly defeated Jeju International University with a 3-2 result.
• Suseong University overpowered Jungwon University with a 1-0 win.
• Suwon University secured a 5-1 victory against Jeju Tourism University.
• Gaya University drew with Sungkyunkwan University in a 2-2 match.
• Kwangwoon University defeated Wonkwang University with a 6-1 score.
• Inje University narrowly beat Korea-Japan Jangshin University with a 4-3 result.
• Kyungmin University drew with Gangseo University in a 3-3 match.

Additional News Highlights

While the football tournament is taking center stage, other news stories have also captured public attention. Ahn Jung-hwan shared his admiration for Lee Hye-won's child farming, expressing that he sent his daughter to Seoul National University. Meanwhile, Cho Sung-mo was found dead after going missing, reportedly in a hit-and-run incident. Lee Ji-soo expressed deep sorrow over the bereaved family’s request for an autopsy after a loved one died at home while sleeping at dawn.

In another development, Yoon Jeong-soo faced financial difficulties, selling houses worth 200 million won per pyeong due to a 3 billion debt bankruptcy. His ex-wife, Kim Sook, reportedly cried upon hearing the news. Song Chang-sik revealed details about his three children, including the adoption of two and the unadopted child. Additionally, Lee Jae-gyun was arrested in connection with the murder of Lee Si-young's best friend.

Amid these events, the world was left in shock after Liverpool player Jota's sudden death, with figures like Ronaldo and Klopp expressing their grief. The tragic event left fans and the football community deeply saddened.