Hossein Nokhodkar

① Fajr Sepasi and Paykan are closely matched in midfield battles.

② Paykan's pace could create chances on the break, but they may cancel each other out.

③ A measured game with chances at both ends seems likely.

① Esteghlal should assert home dominance given better squad depth.

② Fajr Sepasi struggle with injuries and depth at this level.

③ A controlled home win with a clean sheet is likely.