Foolad Khuzestan and Esteghlal meet today at 7:30 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Persian Gulf Pro League. Esteghlal hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

Foolad Khuzestan come into this fixture in mixed form (1W 2D 0L). Esteghlal, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 0D 0L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

Despite playing at home, Foolad Khuzestan face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Esteghlal have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in Foolad Khuzestan won 0–1.

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