Esteghlal Khuzestan vs Fajr Sepasi: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Esteghlal Khuzestan prepare to host Fajr Sepasi on February 13, 2026, with kick-off at 13:30, this IRAN: Gulf Pro League fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Esteghlal Khuzestan, currently 12th in the standings with 22 points from 20 games, trail the leaders by 13 points. They've earned 13 points from 10 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 2 goals scored.

Fajr Sepasi, sitting 8th with 27 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 11 points from 10 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.

Recent meetings between Esteghlal Khuzestan and Fajr Sepasi have favored Esteghlal Khuzestan, with Fajr Sepasi claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-1). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Mes Rafsanjan, Esteghlal Khuzestan recorded a 1-0 victory while lining up in a standard formation.

Fajr Sepasi's last outing came against Tractor Sazi, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Esteghlal Khuzestan are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Esteghlal Khuzestan and Fajr Sepasi are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest few goals: Esteghlal Khuzestan's fixtures have averaged 1.2 goals per game, with 1 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 20% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. Fajr Sepasi's games average 2.8 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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