Sepahan vs Esteghlal Tehran: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 01 January

Sepahan

L D L W W

3rd place in Persian Gulf Pro League

1-2

01/01/2026 09:30

Esteghlal Tehran

D W L W W

1st place in Persian Gulf Pro League

Persian Gulf Pro League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sepahan vs Esteghlal Tehran on 01 January 2026 (kick-off: 09:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sepahan vs Esteghlal Tehran preview before placing your bet.

Sepahan are currently 3rd with 39 points after 22 matches.
Esteghlal Tehran sit 1st with 41 points from 22 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Sepahan to win with probability 43%.
Head-to-head history favors Sepahan, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Esteghlal Tehran have one win, while one match ended in a draw.

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

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

09:30

2026-01-01

Sepahan vs Esteghlal Tehran - Prediction & Odds

Sepahan

Esteghlal Tehran

2026-01-01 09:30

STANDINGS UP TO 01/01/2026

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

15/05/2025 10:30

Sepahan

3 - 1

Esteghlal Tehran

IRN PR

02/01/2025 10:30

Esteghlal Tehran

1 - 1

Sepahan

IRN PR

27/02/2024 09:45

Esteghlal Tehran

1 - 0

Sepahan

IRN PR

23/08/2023 12:30

Sepahan

1 - 0

Esteghlal Tehran

IRN PR

19/01/2023 09:00

Sepahan

2 - 1

Esteghlal Tehran

IRN PR

12/08/2022 10:35

Esteghlal Tehran

0 - 2

Sepahan

IRN PR

Sepahan

67%

Draw

17%

Esteghlal Tehran

17%

Sepahan Last 6 matches

27/12/2025 09:30

Sepahan 1 - 0 Chadormalou Ardakan IRN PR

21/12/2025 09:00

Sepahan 1 - 3 Kheybar Khorramabad Iran Cup

15/12/2025 11:00

Foolad Khozestan 0 - 1 Sepahan IRN PR

10/12/2025 09:00

Aluminium Arak 0 - 1 Sepahan IRN PR

05/12/2025 09:30

Sepahan 2 - 0 Fajr Sepasi IRN PR

30/11/2025 10:00

Mes Rafsanjan 0 - 3 Sepahan IRN PR

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Esteghlal Tehran

28/12/2025 09:00

Esteghlal Tehran 0 - 1 Gol Gohar FC IRN PR

24/12/2025 12:00

Al-Muharraq 0 - 3 Esteghlal Tehran ACL2

15/12/2025 08:45

Kheybar Khorramabad 1 - 1 Esteghlal Tehran IRN PR

10/12/2025 09:45

Esteghlal Tehran 1 - 1 Malavan IRN PR

05/12/2025 08:00

Persepolis 0 - 0 Esteghlal Tehran IRN PR

30/11/2025 08:45

Esteghlal Tehran 1 - 0 Foolad Khozestan IRN PR

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Persian Gulf Pro Leagu...

Played games

Goals

Scored

345

Avg. per game

1.57

Conceded

179

Avg. per game

0.81

Scored

287

Avg. per game

1.29

Conceded

168

Avg. per game

0.75

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 220 matches

YesNo

180 (82%)40 (18%)

In last 220 matches

NoYes

161 (72%)62 (28%)

Sepahan

Recent matches

Esteghlal Tehran

Under /Over

(60%)27 18(40%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

/Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sepahan

Esteghlal Tehran

Shots

Sepahan

Total shots

9.47 avg / game

Blocked

89 total

Avg. 4.05

Esteghlal Tehran

Total shots

9.58 avg / game

Blocked

23 total

Avg. 2.56

Sepahan Pass Esteghlal Tehran

Total passes

12177

Avg. 468 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

6455

Avg. 380 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sepahan

220

Played games

Esteghlal Tehran

223

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.45

Clean sheets

111

0.50

3.72

819

Corners

820

3.68

1.39

306

Throw-ins

300

1.35

0.27

Offsides

0.23

0.25

GK saves

0.42

Sepahan

DISCIPLINARY

Esteghlal Tehran

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.70

375

315

1.41

0.15

0.05

1.29

284

Fouls

242

1.09

1.50

331

Tackles

199

0.89

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Sepahan vs Esteghlal Tehran Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sepahan vs Esteghlal Tehran on 01 January 2026 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.

Sepahan vs Esteghlal Tehran Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Sepahan's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Esteghlal Tehran'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 Sepahan and Esteghlal Tehran 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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