BANGKOK (Interstat) — Buriram United, fresh off a dominant domestic performance, will carry potent momentum into a pivotal AFC Champions League match against South Korea’s Ulsan on Wednesday.

The Thai powerhouse arrives in Ulsan following a resounding 5-0 away victory over Muangthong United in Thai League 1 play on Saturday. That result highlighted an attack that has scored 28 goals in its last eight matches across all competitions. However, the Thunder Castle’s form has been inconsistent, punctuated by a 4-2 league loss to Chonburi FC on Nov. 9.

Ulsan, a two-time champion of Asia, enters the contest looking to rebound from a 2-0 K League 1 defeat to Gwangju on Saturday. Prior to that loss, the Korean side had been unbeaten in three straight, including a key 1-0 Champions League win over Japan’s Sanfrecce Hiroshima on Oct. 21.

The midweek clash presents a stark contrast in recent fortunes. According to the Interstat game simulator, Buriram United is projected to secure a 2-1 away victory. The Thai club has proven capable on the continental stage this season, with notable wins over Shanghai Haigang FC and Johor Darul Ta’zim.

Wednesday’s match is the first of a crucial home-and-away set in the Champions League group stage. Buriram United will next host Gangwon on Dec. 9, while Ulsan travels to face FC Machida Zelvia on the same date.