Seoul: Pohang Steelers triumphed over Ulsan HD FC with a 3-1 victory, securing their second consecutive Korea Cup title at the Seoul World Cup Stadium. Kim In-sung, a former Ulsan player, scored the decisive goal in the 112th minute, propelling Pohang to clinch the 2024 Korea Cup crown. Kang Hyun-je sealed the victory with a stoppage-time goal just before the final whistle. According to Yonhap News Agency, Pohang Steelers' win marked their sixth Korea Cup title, surpassing Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors and Suwon Samsung Bluewings for the most championships in the tournament's history. The victory thwarted Ulsan's attempt at achieving a domestic double, as they had secured their third consecutive K League 1 title earlier this month and were vying for their second Korea Cup. The match was evenly contested, with both teams tied at 1-1 after 90 minutes. Kim In-sung's goal came 22 minutes into extra time, following a setup by Oberdan and Kim Jong-woo. Oberdan prevented the ball from going out of play and backheeled it to Jong-woo, who crossed it for In-sung to head home past two defenders. Ulsan had an opportunity to equalize five minutes later, but Kim Min-jun's volley, assisted by Lee Myung-jae, went over the bar. As the match approached its conclusion, Kang's solo counterattack resulted in a right-footed goal, cementing Pohang's win. Joo Min-kyu had initially put Ulsan ahead in the 38th minute, but Jeong Jae-hee's goal in the 69th minute brought Pohang level. This match marked the first Korea Cup final meeting between the two teams, whose rivalry is known as the "East Coast Derby" due to their geographical proximity.