Esteghlal F.C. vs Fajr Sepasi: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Esteghlal prepare to host Fajr Sepasi on February 27, 2026, with kick-off at 16:45, this IRAN: Gulf Pro League fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Esteghlal, currently 2nd in the standings with 38 points from 21 games, are close to the leaders with only 1 points separating them. They've earned 21 points from 10 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Fajr Sepasi, sitting 7th with 30 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 11 points from 11 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 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Recent meetings between Esteghlal and Fajr Sepasi have favored Esteghlal, with Fajr Sepasi claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-0). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

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

Fajr Sepasi's last outing came against Shams Azar Qazvin, where they secured a 1-0 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Esteghlal are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Esteghlal 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's fixtures have averaged 1.6 goals per game, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 20% of those matches, alongside 6 clean sheets. Fajr Sepasi's games average 2.6 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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