Gangwon's Kim Dong-hyun Wins K League 'Goal of the Month' for August with Long-Range Strike Against Ulsan

Kim Dong-hyun of K League 1 club Gangwon FC has been named the scorer of the most brilliant goal in the K League for the month of August.

The Korea Professional Football League announced today (the 16th) that "Kim Dong-hyun was selected as the winner of the K League 'Goal of the Month' for August of the 2026 season."

The August "Goal of the Month" candidates were evaluated from rounds 21 to 26 of K League 1, with Kim Dong-hyun and Joo Min-kyu (Daejeon) nominated.

Kim Dong-hyun scored with a powerful mid-range shot in the 36th minute of the second half against Ulsan HD in round 23, while Joo Min-kyu scored with an overhead kick in the 38th minute of the first half against FC Seoul in round 23.

As a result of the fan vote, Kim Dong-hyun received 3,333 votes (56.1%), edging out Joo Min-kyu, who received 2,605 votes (43.9%), to claim the award.

Kim Dong-hyun will receive a prize of 1 million won along with a trophy.

The League plans to produce a replica trophy featuring Kim Dong-hyun's handwritten autograph and hold a charity auction.

(Photo: Provided by Korea Professional Football League, Yonhap News)
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