Zob Ahan vs Paykan - Persian Gulf Pro League
Fixture Preview - 18 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Zob Ahan will host Paykan at Folād Shahr Stadium on Monday, 18 August, in a clash that could have significant implications for both teams in the Persian Gulf Pro League. Zob Ahan's recent form has been inconsistent, with two losses followed by a win and a draw in their last five matches. In contrast, Paykan has shown a slightly better run, managing a win but also suffering from three draws and a loss. This disparity in form suggests that Zob Ahan may need to step up their game to secure a vital home victory. Historically, the head-to-head record between these teams is closely contested, with Zob Ahan winning four of the last ten encounters, while Paykan has claimed three victories. Notably, only one of those matches saw over 2.5 goals, indicating a tendency for tighter contests. With odds suggesting a balanced matchup, the potential for a low-scoring affair could be a key angle to consider. Betting on "Under 2.5 goals" at 3.75 might be a prudent choice, reflecting the teams' recent scoring struggles.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Kheybar Khorramabad | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2 |  Chadormalu SC | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 |  Paykan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 4 |  Esteghlal | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 5 |  Gol Gohar | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 6 |  Persepolis | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 7 |  Malavan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 8 |  Sepahan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 9 |  Mes Rafsanjan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 10 |  Foolad | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 11 |  Aluminium Arak | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 12 |  Zob Ahan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 13 |  Tractor Sazi | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 14 |  Esteghlal Khuzestan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -2 |
| 15 |  Fajr Sepasi | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -2 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 18, 2025 | Zob Ahan | 0–1 | Paykan | Persian Gulf Pro League |
| May 13, 2024 | Zob Ahan | 1–0 | Paykan | Persian Gulf Pro League |
| December 8, 2023 | Paykan | 0–0 | Zob Ahan | Persian Gulf Pro League |
| March 5, 2023 | Paykan | 0–0 | Zob Ahan | Persian Gulf Pro League |
| October 1, 2022 | Zob Ahan | 1–0 | Paykan | Persian Gulf Pro League |
| February 18, 2022 | Zob Ahan | 0–2 | Paykan | Persian Gulf Pro League |
| November 12, 2021 | Paykan | 1–0 | Zob Ahan | Persian Gulf Pro League |
| March 17, 2021 | Paykan | 1–0 | Zob Ahan | Persian Gulf Pro League |
| November 26, 2020 | Zob Ahan | 1–1 | Paykan | Persian Gulf Pro League |
| July 4, 2020 | Zob Ahan | 1–4 | Paykan | Persian Gulf Pro League |