Esteghlal Khuzestan desperately need points today at 5:30 PM in the Persian Gulf Pro League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Esteghlal Khuzestan come into this fixture out of form (0W 2L recently). Tractor FC, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (4W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Esteghlal Khuzestan head into this on the back of a defeat, while Tractor FC arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Esteghlal Khuzestan face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Tractor FC have won 7 of 10 encounters, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 0–0 draw.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Tractor FC arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Esteghlal Khuzestan. Tractor FC to win.