Malavan vs Foolad: match statistics
Statistical analysis indicates a tight contest with a high probability of a draw scenario. Malavan occupies a higher table position (7th place) and holds a better home record with 43% wins, yet their scoring efficiency is low (0.86 goals/match). Foolad presents a very defensive stance on the road with 63% draws and only 0.75 goals conceded per match, making them a tough opponent to break down. Both teams show identical form in the last 5 matches (1.6 points/match) and similar xG values, confirming a balanced level. The low attacking efficiency of both squads (Malavan 6% conversion, Foolad 5%) and the guests' defensive organization suggest a low-tempo match ending in a share of the points.
Malavan vs Foolad: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Malavan played against Foolad in Persian Gulf Pro League (Iran). The game was played on January 22, 2026. Final score: 2:2.
Recent form
Malavan has 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.20 points per game. Foolad has 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss, with 1.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Malavan scores 0.56 goals per game and allows 0.69. Foolad scores 0.44 and allows 0.56. Games in this league average 1.72 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 25% of Malavan's games and 25% of Foolad's. The Over 2.5 rates are 19% and 6%, compared with league averages of 37% for BTTS and 26% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Foolad has the higher season xG average, 0.96 to 0.68 per game. Malavan takes 1.6 shots per game, while Foolad takes 5.6.
First-half and second-half trends
Malavan leads at halftime in 6% of its games and scores 0.44 goals per game after halftime. Foolad leads at halftime in 0% and scores 0.44 after halftime.
When the teams score
Malavan's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (4 goals). For Foolad, it is minutes 61-75 (3 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Persian Gulf Pro League games average 1.72 goals. Both teams score in 37% of games, and 26% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 1.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Statistical analysis indicates a tight contest with a high probability of a draw scenario. Malavan occupies a higher table position (7th place) and holds a better home record with 43% wins, yet their scoring efficiency is low (0.86 goals/match). Foolad presents a very defensive stance on the road with 63% draws and only 0.75 goals conceded per match, making them a tough opponent to break down. Both teams show identical form in the last 5 matches (1.6 points/match) and similar xG values, confirming a balanced level. The low attacking efficiency of both squads (Malavan 6% conversion, Foolad 5%) and the guests' defensive organization suggest a low-tempo match ending in a share of the points.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Malavan | Foolad | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 4% | 17% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.44 | 0.17 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 9.33 | 0.47 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Malavan is 27% better for: goals scored per game.
0.56 goals / game - Malavan · 0.44 goals / game - Foolad
Foolad is 23% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.69 goals / game - Malavan · 0.56 goals / game - Foolad
Malavan scores in 44% of games (7 of 16 meczów), while Foolad keeps a clean sheet in 44% (7 of 16 meczów).
Foolad scores in 38% of games (6 of 16 meczów), while Malavan keeps a clean sheet in 56% (9 of 16 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Malavan
Over / Under - Foolad
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Malavan is 17% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.81 pts / game - Malavan · 0.69 pts / game - Foolad
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Malavan - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 6% of games and wins 31%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Foolad - second-half results
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 0.6 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 80% |
| No goal | 100% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -4 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 0.2 | 0.6 |
| 1 goal | 20% | 20% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 100% | 80% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (4 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (3 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Malavan
Foolad
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Persian Gulf Pro League).
Teams vs league
| Malavan | Liga | Foolad | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 1.25 | 1.72 | ▼ 1.00 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 25% | 37% | ▼ 25% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 19% | 26% | ▼ 6% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 56% | 43% | • 44% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 44% | 53% | ▼ 31% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 56% | 59% | ▼ 56% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Other recorded players
Away team
Other recorded players
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Malavan's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Foolad. Games average 1.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Malavan vs Foolad?
The Persian Gulf Pro League match finished Malavan 2:2 Foolad. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Malavan vs Foolad?
Malavan score 0.56 goals per game on average and Foolad 0.44. The Persian Gulf Pro League average is 1.72 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 26% of games. Both teams score in 25% of Malavan's matches and 25% of Foolad's.
What form are Malavan and Foolad in?
Over the last 5 games Malavan have a 1-3-1 record (1.20 points per game) and Foolad 1-3-1 (1.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Malavan vs Foolad?
The statistical background for Malavan vs Foolad — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.