Dplus KIA's 'Kwak' Kwak Jun-hyouk advanced to the Final Stage after a thrilling reverse sweep against Gen.G's 'Jpy' Jifri Baicadam at the 2026 FSL Summer Knockout Stage, held at the Jamsil DN Stadium on the 9th.

In the first set, the first half ended in a 0-0 stalemate. 'Jpy' scored a clean goal with Zidane in the 53rd minute, and 'Kwak' equalized with Cancelo in the 58th. Despite 'Kwak' maintaining consistent offensive pressure, no further goals were scored until 'Jpy' struck in the 89th minute and 'Kwak' responded in stoppage time, sending the match into extra time at 2-2.

However, in extra time, 'Jpy' repeatedly broke through 'Kwak's' defense to score three goals. 'Kwak' was left helpless; although he managed one goal, 'Jpy' ultimately won 5-3.

In the second set, 'Jpy' took an early lead with Mbappe in the 5th minute. Despite the pressure of trailing after a first-set loss, 'Kwak' stayed calm and equalized in the 38th minute. Both players added another goal in the second half. 'Jpy' exploited the gaps left by 'Kwak's' advancing fullbacks, and with the score at 2-2 past the 80th minute, 'Jpy' secured a 3-2 victory with a powerful long-range strike in the 90th minute.

Trailing 0-2, 'Kwak' scored the opening goal with Shevchenko after receiving a brilliant through ball. However, 'GPJ' equalized just three minutes later in the 20th minute. 'Kwak' regained the lead to make it 3-1, but 'GPJ' pulled one back to bring the score to 3-2. With about 20 minutes left in the match, 'Kwak' scored again to seal the victory, ultimately winning 4-2 and bringing the set score to 1-2.

In the fourth set, 'Kwak' completely took control of the momentum. Seemingly finding his rhythm, he launched an relentless offensive to overwhelm 'GPJ' with a commanding 5-1 victory, leveling the match at 2-2 and forcing a decisive fifth set.

In the final set, 'Jpy' appeared unable to recover his composure. 'Kwak' capitalized on his opponent's instability, racing to a 2-0 lead within 12 minutes. The match was effectively decided; while 'Kwak's' focus sharpened, 'Jpy' continued to concede. 'Kwak' surged to a 4-0 lead, and despite 'Jpy' scoring a consolation goal in the second half, 'Kwak' won 4-1 to complete the reverse sweep and secure his spot in the Final Stage.