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Esteghlal Khuzestan vs Mazandaran - H2H Analysis, Preview & Predictions
Iran
Persian Gulf Pro League Ghadir Stadium, Ahvaz 
Match Events
26'
26'
Koohi A.
58'
58'
Sub
Abbasi A. In: Mehdizadeh M.
Out: Abbasi A.
63'
63'
Sub
Fazeli M. In: Savaed A.
Out: Fazeli M.
AI Match Summary
Neither side could be separated in this Persian Gulf Pro League matchup, with the score ending 1-1.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
25%
35%
40%
Draw rate projection: 35% Favored: Mazandaran
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
40%
/ Low Confidence
- Form's been kind to Mazandaran lately — more wins on the board than Esteghlal Khuzestan.
- 40% chance of a draw — the model doesn't see a clear favorite.
- Regular Persian Gulf Pro League form gives a decent read on both sides.
- Strong defensive structures favor a low-scoring, controlled fixture.
Goal Probability Engine
Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories
Over 0.5 Goals 85%
Over 1.5 Goals 56.5%
Over 2.5 Goals 21%
Over 3.5 Goals 6.5%
Over 4.5 Goals 3%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 26%
Esteghlal Khuzestan Clean Sheet 23%
Mazandaran Clean Sheet 68%
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | Esteghlal Khuzestan | Mazandaran |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 26 | 32 |
| Wins | 5 | 15 |
| Draws | 8 | 10 |
| Losses | 13 | 7 |
| Goals Scored | 0.58 | 1.16 |
| Goals Conceded | 1.31 | 0.63 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 0.81 | 1.00 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.10 | 1.40 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
Aug 23, 2026 Persian Gulf Pro League
Esteghlal Khuzestan vs Mazandaran
1:1
Mar 29, 2025 Persian Gulf Pro League
Esteghlal Khuzestan vs Mazandaran
2:0
Oct 25, 2024 Persian Gulf Pro League
Mazandaran vs Esteghlal Khuzestan
0:0
May 13, 2024 Persian Gulf Pro League
Esteghlal Khuzestan vs Mazandaran
1:4
Dec 9, 2023 Persian Gulf Pro League
Mazandaran vs Esteghlal Khuzestan
1:0
Key Player Impact Analysis
Key performers and expected goal involvement factors
Esteghlal Khuzestan Compare
Top Goalscorer Zergani J.
1 Goals Avg xG / game 0.62
Avg xA / game 0.41
Mazandaran Compare
Top Goalscorer Koohi A.
1 Goals Avg xG / game 0.91
Avg xA / game 0.56
SokaPicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
Esteghlal Khuzestan 37 / 100
Mazandaran 32 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).
Attack & Defence Capability Index
Esteghlal Khuzestan Mazandaran
AI Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
Primary Pick Mazandaran Win (2)
Secondary Pick Under 2.5 Goals or BTTS No
Correct Score 0:1
BTTS Outcome No (NG)
Over/Under Pick Under 2.5
SokaPicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
These sides typically produce 2.00 goals when they meet.
Solid form: Esteghlal Khuzestan remains unbeaten in 3 of 5 recent matches.
Attacking prowess: Esteghlal Khuzestan scored in 50% of their last 26 outings.
Mazandaran let in goals in 47% of their last 32 matches.
Scoring Trends
Esteghlal Khuzestan VS Mazandaran
0.5 Goals Scored 0.5
1.5 Goals Conceded 1.13
63% Over 1.5 50%
25% Over 2.5 13%
13% Over 3.5 0%
Recent Form & Match History
Esteghlal Khuzestan
(Home) 08 Oct
Gol Gohar
3 : 0 Esteghlal Khuzestan
10 Sept
Esteghlal Khuzestan
1 : 0 Tractor
06 Sept
Sepahan
1 : 0 Esteghlal Khuzestan
01 Sept
Esteghlal Khuzestan
1 : 1 Chadormalu
28 Aug
Paykan
0 : 0 Esteghlal Khuzestan
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10 Sept
Esteghlal Khuzestan
1 : 0 Tractor
01 Sept
Esteghlal Khuzestan
1 : 1 Chadormalu
23 Aug
Esteghlal Khuzestan
1 : 1 Mazandaran
14 Aug
Esteghlal Khuzestan
0 : 2 Aluminium Arak
13 Feb
Esteghlal Khuzestan
1 : 0 Fajr Sepasi
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Mazandaran
(Away) 08 Oct
Mazandaran
1 : 1 Zob Ahan
13 Sept
Mes Shahr Babak
1 : 1 Mazandaran
07 Sept
Mazandaran
1 : 0 Kheybar Khorramabad
02 Sept
Malavan
0 : 1 Mazandaran
28 Aug
Mazandaran
0 : 2 Shams Azar Qazvin
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13 Sept
Mes Shahr Babak
1 : 1 Mazandaran
02 Sept
Malavan
0 : 1 Mazandaran
23 Aug
Esteghlal Khuzestan
1 : 1 Mazandaran
14 Aug
Gol Gohar
1 : 0 Mazandaran
11 Jul
Fard
0 : 1 Mazandaran
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League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tractor | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 9:2 | 17 |
| 2 | Persepolis | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 15:4 | 16 |
| 3 | Esteghlal TEH | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 10:2 | 16 |
| 4 | Sepahan | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 11:5 | 13 |
| 5 | Aluminium Arak | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 9:4 | 13 |
| 6 | Gol Gohar | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 10:7 | 13 |
| 7 | Foolad | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 7:4 | 12 |
| 8 | Paykan | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 6:7 | 9 |
| 9 | Mazandaran | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 5:7 | 9 |
| 10 | Chadormalu | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 6:11 | 9 |
| 11 | Malavan | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 6:9 | 8 |
| 12 | Kheybar Khorramabad | 7 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 10:10 | 7 |
| 13 | Zob Ahan | 7 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 4:6 | 7 |
| 14 | Fajr Sepasi | 7 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 4:9 | 7 |
| 15 | Shams Azar Qazvin | 8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 7:10 | 6 |
| 16 | Esteghlal Khuzestan | 8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 4:12 | 6 |
| 17 | Mes Shahr Babak | 8 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 6:12 | 5 |
| 18 | Sanat Naft | 8 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 3:11 | 4 |
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