Esteghlal Tehran vs Zob Ahan: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 26 August

Esteghlal Tehran

D W L W W

1st place in Persian Gulf Pro League

3-3

26/08/2025 12:00

Zob Ahan

L D D W L

15th place in Persian Gulf Pro League

Persian Gulf Pro League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Esteghlal Tehran vs Zob Ahan on 26 August 2025 (kick-off: 12:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Esteghlal Tehran vs Zob Ahan preview before placing your bet.

Esteghlal Tehran are currently 1st with 41 points after 22 matches.
Zob Ahan sit 15th with 19 points from 21 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Esteghlal Tehran to win with probability 49%.
Head-to-head history favors Esteghlal Tehran, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Zob Ahan have one win, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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Weather

12:00

2025-08-26

Esteghlal Tehran vs Zob Ahan - Prediction & Odds

Esteghlal Tehran

Zob Ahan

2025-08-26 12:00

STANDINGS UP TO 26/08/2025

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Esteghlal Tehran	41	22	11	8	3	29	16	13
02 Tractor S.C.	39	22	10	9	3	30	12	18
03 Sepahan	39	22	11	6	5	24	13	11
04 Gol Gohar FC	36	23	10	6	7	24	24	0
05 Chadormalou Ardakan	35	22	9	8	5	27	19	8
06 Persepolis	34	22	9	7	6	23	19	4
07 Foolad Khozestan	31	22	7	10	5	21	16	5
08 Fajr Sepasi	30	23	8	6	9	25	27	-2
09 Kheybar Khorramabad	29	23	7	8	8	22	24	-2
10 Malavan	29	22	7	8	7	13	21	-8
11 Esteghlal Khozestan	25	22	6	7	9	16	23	-7
12 Peykan	24	23	5	9	9	15	21	-6
13 Shams Azar Qazvin	22	23	3	13	7	15	19	-4
14 Aluminium Arak	22	22	5	7	10	14	21	-7
15 Zob Ahan	19	21	3	10	8	12	19	-7
16 Mes Rafsanjan	15	22	3	6	13	13	29	-16

Head To Head

16/03/2025 11:30

Zob Ahan

1 - 1

Esteghlal Tehran

IRN PR

18/10/2024 11:00

Esteghlal Tehran

0 - 3

Zob Ahan

IRN PR

06/05/2024 13:00

Esteghlal Tehran

2 - 1

Zob Ahan

IRN PR

25/11/2023 10:00

Zob Ahan

1 - 1

Esteghlal Tehran

IRN PR

31/03/2023 11:59

Esteghlal Tehran

2 - 0

Zob Ahan

IRN PR

14/10/2022 10:00

Zob Ahan

0 - 1

Esteghlal Tehran

IRN PR

Esteghlal Tehran

50%

Draw

33%

Zob Ahan

17%

Esteghlal Tehran Last 6 matches

19/08/2025 11:30

Tractor S.C. 0 - 1 Esteghlal Tehran IRN PR

11/08/2025 12:00

Tractor S.C. 2 - 1 Esteghlal Tehran ISC

26/07/2025 11:00

Al Markhiya 3 - 0 Esteghlal Tehran INT CF

22/07/2025 10:30

Al Waab SC 1 - 2 Esteghlal Tehran INT CF

29/05/2025 12:15

Malavan 0 - 0 Esteghlal Tehran Iran Cup

24/05/2025 12:15

Esteghlal Tehran 2 - 0 Sanat-Naft Iran Cup

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Zob Ahan

18/08/2025 11:45

Zob Ahan 0 - 1 Peykan IRN PR

20/07/2025 10:00

Trabzonspor 4 - 0 Zob Ahan INT CF

15/05/2025 10:30

Nassaji Mazandaran 0 - 3 Zob Ahan IRN PR

08/05/2025 12:00

Zob Ahan 2 - 1 Mes Rafsanjan IRN PR

02/05/2025 11:00

Malavan 3 - 3 Zob Ahan IRN PR

17/04/2025 09:30

Zob Ahan 1 - 0 Esteghlal Khozestan IRN PR

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Persian Gulf Pro Leagu...

Played games

Goals

Scored

287

Avg. per game

1.29

Conceded

168

Avg. per game

0.75

Scored

158

Avg. per game

0.87

Conceded

178

Avg. per game

0.98

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 223 matches

YesNo

161 (72%)62 (28%)

In last 223 matches

NoYes

98 (54%)84 (46%)

Esteghlal Tehran

Recent matches

Zob Ahan

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(18%)8 37(82%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

/Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(29%)13 32(71%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Esteghlal Tehran

Zob Ahan

Shots

Esteghlal Tehran

Total shots

9.58 avg / game

Blocked

23 total

Avg. 2.56

Zob Ahan

Total shots

6.08 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Esteghlal Tehran Pass Zob Ahan

Total passes

6455

Avg. 380 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

369

Avg. 369 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Esteghlal Tehran

223

Played games

Zob Ahan

182

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.50

111

Clean sheets

0.35

3.68

820

Corners

424

2.33

1.35

300

Throw-ins

0.00

0.23

Offsides

0.01

0.42

GK saves

0.03

Esteghlal Tehran

DISCIPLINARY

Zob Ahan

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.41

315

272

1.49

0.05

0.10

1.09

242

Fouls

0.05

0.89

199

Tackles

0.08

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Esteghlal Tehran vs Zob Ahan Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Esteghlal Tehran vs Zob Ahan on 26 August 2025 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Persian Gulf Pro League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Esteghlal Tehran vs Zob Ahan Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Esteghlal Tehran's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Zob Ahan's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Persian Gulf Pro League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Persian Gulf Pro League standings and the Persian Gulf Pro League form table to understand exactly where Esteghlal Tehran and Zob Ahan sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Persian Gulf Pro League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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