Title: Statistical Analysis Highlights Esteghlal’s Challenging Start to the 25th Season
A recent statistical review of Esteghlal Football Club’s performance under coach Ricardo Sá Pinto has revealed a challenging beginning to their 25th season campaign. The data points to a pattern of play where the team has struggled to maintain control and leads in their official matches.
A Concerning Trend
The analysis, which covers 720 minutes of play across the Persian Gulf Pro League, the AFC Champions League, and the Super Cup, shows that the “Blue” club has been in a leading position for only 116 minutes in total. In stark contrast, the team has found itself trailing opponents for over 299 minutes of play.
This trend was starkly illustrated in the Super Cup match against Tractor. Despite holding a lead for 75 minutes, Esteghlal ultimately lost the game, a result that significantly impacts the overall statistics.
A Difficult Comparison
The current situation invites comparisons to a previous difficult period under a different coach. The data indicates that the team is experiencing a start to the season reminiscent of that challenging phase.
Match-by-Match Breakdown
A closer look at the individual matches this season further clarifies the statistical narrative:
- Super Cup: Lost to Tractor after holding a lead from the 12th to the 87th minute.
- League Week 1: Secured a victory over Tractor without falling behind at any point.
- League Weeks 2-4: Failed to take a lead in matches against Zob Ahan, Esteghlal Khuzestan, and Paykan.
- League Week 5: The team’s last lead was an 18-minute period against Shams Azar.
- AFC Champions League: Faced difficult matches against Al Wasl and Al Muharraq, managing only brief periods on level terms and failing to secure a lead.
This statistical overview provides a clear picture of the hurdles Esteghlal has faced in the early stages of the season as the team works to find its consistent form.