Esteghlal F.C. vs Shams Azar Qazvin: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Esteghlal prepare to host Shams Azar Qazvin on February 5, 2026, with kick-off at 13:00, this IRAN: Gulf Pro League fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Esteghlal, currently 4th in the standings with 32 points from 19 games, are close to the leaders with only 3 points separating them. They've earned 18 points from 9 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 2 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 3 goals scored.

Shams Azar Qazvin, sitting 12th with 21 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 12 points from 9 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 draws in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 0 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 3 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Esteghlal and Shams Azar Qazvin have favored Esteghlal, ending in a 1-1 draw. Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

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

Shams Azar Qazvin's last outing came against Mes Rafsanjan, where they secured a 2-0 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Esteghlal are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Esteghlal and Shams Azar Qazvin 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 1.5 goals per game, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. Shams Azar Qazvin's games average 0.5 goals, with 0 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 10% of those matches, alongside 9 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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