Our model gives Foolad a 18% chance to win this one, against 32% for a draw and 50% for Esteghlal.

Both teams are projected to score in 36% of simulations, against 64% where at least one side is kept off the scoresheet.

The model leans toward over 2.5 total goals, giving it a 36% likelihood against 64% for under 2.5.

Looking at recent form across all competitions, Foolad have gone over 2.5 goals in 0 of their last 1, and Esteghlal have done so in 1 of their last 1.