Sumqayıt vs Zira: match statistics
Statistical analysis indicates balanced chances for both teams, which points to a draw. Sumqayıt shows poor form in their last 5 matches (1 win, 2 draws, 2 losses), although they win 44% of their home games. Zira has a more stable away record (38% wins, 38% draws), a better average ball possession (56% vs 52%), and a higher number of shots on target per match (4.25 vs 3.78). However, the visitors' recent form is also weak (0 wins in the last 5 matches). Both teams have a similar goal difference, and xG suggests balanced offensive potential (1.38 for both sides). Considering the poor current form of both sides and the balanced statistics, the most probable outcome is a draw.
Sumqayıt vs Zira: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Sumqayıt played against Zira in Premyer Liqası (Azerbaijan). The game was played on February 8, 2026. Final score: 2:3.
Recent form
Sumqayıt has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. Zira has 0 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses, with 0.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Sumqayıt scores 1.44 goals per game and allows 1.33. Zira scores 1.33 and allows 1.00. Games in this league average 2.58 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 50% of Sumqayıt's games and 56% of Zira's. The Over 2.5 rates are 50% and 44%, compared with league averages of 46% for BTTS and 49% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Zira has the higher season xG average, 1.45 to 1.32 per game. Sumqayıt takes 9.9 shots per game, while Zira takes 11.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Sumqayıt leads at halftime in 11% of its games and scores 0.94 goals per game after halftime. Zira leads at halftime in 44% and scores 0.67 after halftime.
When the teams score
Sumqayıt's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (7 goals). For Zira, it is minutes 31-45+ (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Premyer Liqası games average 2.58 goals. Both teams score in 46% of games, and 49% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. 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 balanced chances for both teams, which points to a draw. Sumqayıt shows poor form in their last 5 matches (1 win, 2 draws, 2 losses), although they win 44% of their home games. Zira has a more stable away record (38% wins, 38% draws), a better average ball possession (56% vs 52%), and a higher number of shots on target per match (4.25 vs 3.78). However, the visitors' recent form is also weak (0 wins in the last 5 matches). Both teams have a similar goal difference, and xG suggests balanced offensive potential (1.38 for both sides). Considering the poor current form of both sides and the balanced statistics, the most probable outcome is a draw.
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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
| Sumqayıt | Zira | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 40% | 39% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.13 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.37 | 0.31 |
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.
Sumqayıt is 133% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - Sumqayıt · 0.6 pts / game - Zira
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.
Sumqayıt is 8% better for: goals scored per game.
1.44 goals / game - Sumqayıt · 1.33 goals / game - Zira
Zira is 33% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.33 goals / game - Sumqayıt · 1 goals / game - Zira
Sumqayıt scores in 78% of games (14 of 18 meczów), while Zira keeps a clean sheet in 39% (7 of 18 meczów).
Zira scores in 78% of games (14 of 18 meczów), while Sumqayıt keeps a clean sheet in 28% (5 of 18 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 - Sumqayıt
Over / Under - Zira
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.
Zira is 81% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.89 pts / game - Sumqayıt · 1.61 pts / game - Zira
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Sumqayıt - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 11% of games and wins 44%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Zira - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 44% of games and wins 39%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 80% | 20% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 0.6 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 40% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 80% |
| No goal | 60% | 80% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -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 (7 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +3 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (9 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +6 - wins late phases.
* 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
Sumqayıt
Zira
* 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 (Premyer Liqası).
Teams vs league
| Sumqayıt | Liga | Zira | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.78 | 2.58 | ▼ 2.33 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 50% | 46% | ▲ 56% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 50% | 49% | ▼ 44% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 28% | 31% | ▲ 39% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 61% | 68% | ▲ 78% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 78% | 76% | ▼ 61% |
^ 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
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
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.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Sumqayıt's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Zira. Games average 1.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Sumqayıt vs Zira?
The Premyer Liqası match finished Sumqayıt 2:3 Zira. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Sumqayıt vs Zira?
Sumqayıt score 1.44 goals per game on average and Zira 1.33. The Premyer Liqası average is 2.58 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 49% of games. Both teams score in 50% of Sumqayıt's matches and 56% of Zira's.
What form are Sumqayıt and Zira in?
Over the last 5 games Sumqayıt have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and Zira 0-3-2 (0.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Sumqayıt vs Zira?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Sumqayıt vs Zira: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.