Ulsan Hyundai vs Buriram United prediction, H2H and probable lineups — November 26, 2025
As part of Matchday 5 in the AFC Champions League main stage, Ulsan will face off against Buriram. The clash will take place in Korea on Wednesday, November 26, with kickoff scheduled for 11:00 Central European Time. I’m backing a bet on the game’s goal tally.
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Match preview
Ulsan have been having an extremely inconsistent 2025/26 season and have completely flopped in the domestic league. After being crowned champions three years in a row, the team now finds itself one round from the end still not secure from relegation.
In the AFC Champions League, the side has shown respectable results, staying in the hunt for a playoff spot. After four rounds, the Koreans sit fourth, but everything is still to play for.
This season, Ulsan have displayed particular resilience in the closing stages of matches. The team knows how to turn the screws on their opponents, ramping up the intensity in the last 20 minutes. Thanks to this, Ulsan have won several crucial matches that initially looked tough.
This ability to maintain tempo and control the game over long stretches highlights their quality physical preparation and the coaching staff’s smart work. The defense does have occasional lapses, but now they can gradually shift their focus to their international campaign.
Buriram United remain a dominant force in the Thai league during the 2025/26 season, confidently collecting points on the domestic front. The team plays attacking football with an emphasis on speed and vertical transitions, making them a nightmare for any defense.
In the AFC Champions League, Buriram try to stick to this same philosophy, even though the level of competition is much higher than in their home league. Still, the team remains competitive and often surprises more illustrious opponents.
However, the AFC Champions League campaign has proven to be a real test for the Thais. Away from home, the team often struggles with the game’s tempo and the physicality of their rivals, leading to conceding too many chances. On home turf, though, they look truly powerful.
By November, Buriram’s form appears fairly steady: they win at home and show character on the road, even if the results don’t always go their way. Six points from four games leaves them in a strong position to finish in the top eight.
Match facts
- Ulsan have won just one of their last five matches.
- The Koreans are unbeaten in six consecutive home games.
- Ulsan average 1.2 goals per home game, while Buriram average 1.6 goals per away game.
Probable lineups
- Ulsan Hyundai: Moon, Cho, Lee, Troyak, Che, Choi, Kim, Lee, Lakava, Baek, Ho.
- Buriram United: Etheridge, Ko, Dougall, Good, Schindler, Stojkovic, Causic, Bunmatan, Zul, Jaided, Bissoli.
H2H
The sides have met once before, with Buriram claiming a 2-1 victory.
Prediction
This match promises to be open and full of chances. Ulsan attack heavily at home, while Buriram are superb at exploiting space and can strike back with quick counters. The best bet looks to be over 2.5 total goals.
