Zob Ahan vs Esteghlal Tehran: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 March

Zob Ahan

L D W D W

6th place in Persian Gulf Pro League

1-1

16/03/2025 11:30

Esteghlal Tehran

L D D W D

9th place in Persian Gulf Pro League

Persian Gulf Pro League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Zob Ahan vs Esteghlal Tehran on 16 March 2025 (kick-off: 11:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Zob Ahan vs Esteghlal Tehran preview before placing your bet.

Zob Ahan are currently 6th with 42 points after 30 matches.
Esteghlal Tehran sit 9th with 34 points from 30 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: a draw with probability 32%.
Head-to-head history favors Esteghlal Tehran, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Zob Ahan 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

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Weather

11:30

2025-03-16

Zob Ahan vs Esteghlal Tehran - Prediction & Odds

Zob Ahan

Esteghlal Tehran

2025-03-16 11:30

STANDINGS UP TO 16/03/2025

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

01 Tractor S.C.	68	30	21	5	4	57	19	38
02 Sepahan	60	30	16	12	2	48	21	27
03 Persepolis	60	30	18	6	6	42	20	22
04 Foolad Khozestan	53	30	15	8	7	36	30	6
05 Gol Gohar FC	47	30	12	11	7	23	16	7
06 Zob Ahan	42	30	10	12	8	32	28	4
07 Malavan	39	30	10	9	11	33	33	0
08 Aluminium Arak	35	30	7	14	9	30	31	-1
09 Esteghlal Tehran	34	30	7	13	10	30	33	-3
10 Chadormalou Ardakan	34	30	8	10	12	22	28	-6
11 Kheybar Khorramabad	33	30	8	9	13	24	31	-7
12 Esteghlal Khozestan	31	30	6	13	11	19	30	-11
13 Shams Azar Qazvin	29	30	7	8	15	23	41	-18
14 Mes Rafsanjan	28	30	6	10	14	24	38	-14
15 Nassaji Mazandaran	23	30	3	14	13	15	28	-13
16 Havadar SC	22	30	4	10	16	17	48	-31

Head To Head

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

13/02/2022 11:30

Esteghlal Tehran

1 - 0

Zob Ahan

IRN PR

Zob Ahan

17%

Draw

17%

Esteghlal Tehran

67%

Zob Ahan Last 6 matches

07/03/2025 11:30

Aluminium Arak 2 - 0 Zob Ahan IRN PR

28/02/2025 07:30

Zob Ahan 3 - 0 Foolad Khozestan IRN PR

21/02/2025 07:30

Sepahan 4 - 1 Zob Ahan IRN PR

14/02/2025 07:30

Malavan 0 - 0 Zob Ahan Iran Cup

06/02/2025 08:30

Zob Ahan 0 - 1 Tractor S.C. IRN PR

01/02/2025 08:30

Zob Ahan 2 - 2 Kheybar Khorramabad IRN PR

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Esteghlal Tehran

03/03/2025 12:00

Esteghlal Tehran 0 - 0 Al-Nassr ACLE

27/02/2025 09:45

Persepolis 2 - 1 Esteghlal Tehran IRN PR

22/02/2025 11:00

Esteghlal Tehran 1 - 0 Nassaji Mazandaran IRN PR

18/02/2025 12:00

Al Rayyan 0 - 2 Esteghlal Tehran ACLE

13/02/2025 08:00

Shams Azar Qazvin 1 - 1 Esteghlal Tehran Iran Cup

07/02/2025 09:15

Mes Rafsanjan 0 - 0 Esteghlal Tehran 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

158

Avg. per game

0.87

Conceded

178

Avg. per game

0.98

Scored

287

Avg. per game

1.29

Conceded

168

Avg. per game

0.75

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 182 matches

YesNo

98 (54%)84 (46%)

In last 182 matches

NoYes

161 (72%)62 (28%)

Zob Ahan

Recent matches

Esteghlal Tehran

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

Under /Over

(18%)8 37(82%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

/Yes

(29%)13 32(71%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Zob Ahan

Esteghlal Tehran

Shots

Zob Ahan

Total shots

6.08 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Esteghlal Tehran

Total shots

9.58 avg / game

Blocked

23 total

Avg. 2.56

Zob Ahan Pass Esteghlal Tehran

Total passes

369

Avg. 369 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

6455

Avg. 380 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Zob Ahan

182

Played games

Esteghlal Tehran

223

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.35

Clean sheets

111

0.50

2.33

424

Corners

820

3.68

0.00

Throw-ins

300

1.35

0.01

Offsides

0.23

0.03

GK saves

0.42

Zob Ahan

DISCIPLINARY

Esteghlal Tehran

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.49

272

315

1.41

0.10

0.05

Fouls

242

1.09

0.08

Tackles

199

0.89

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Zob Ahan vs Esteghlal Tehran Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Zob Ahan vs Esteghlal Tehran on 16 March 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.

Zob Ahan vs Esteghlal Tehran Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Zob Ahan'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 Zob Ahan 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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