AFC Champions League Elite Gameweek 4, West
Tractor Sazi 1 - 0 FT Al Shorta
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Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Sun, Oct 25
Barcelona
1-2
Real Madrid
⚡ Intensity
68
⚖️ Balance
42
🏆 Stakes
100
🎲 Upset
60
Mbappé breaks El Clásico late
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
26' M. Torabi (T. Strkalj)
HT
Mahmoud Al Mawas 57'
69' ↓ M. Hashemnejad ↑R. Lushkja
69' ↓ T. Strkalj ↑D. Drozdek
↓ M. Sadoun ↑A. S. Khudhair 70'
↓ M. Al Mawas ↑Mohammed Dawood 70'
↓ A. Farhan ↑B. Moumouni 79'
80' ↓ S. Moharrami ↑O. Khamrobekov
80' ↓ M. Torabi ↑M. Kazemayni
81' Regi Lushkja
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Tractor Sazi
Goalkeepers
Alireza Beiranvand 
OCTOPUS
6
Saves
6
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Sadegh Moharrami 
ENFORCER
5
Tackles
5
Tackles
12
Duels Won
71%
Win %
Aleksandar Sedlar 
SHIELD
4
Blocks
4
Blocks
0
Interceptions
1
Tackles
Shojae Khalilzadeh 
SWEEPER
6
Cleanups
6
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
3
Blocks
Danial Esmaeilifar 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Mehdi Hashemnejad
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
Mehdi Shiri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tibor Halilović
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mehdi Torabi 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
Amirhossein Hosseinzadeh
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tomislav Štrkalj 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.3
Rating
BENCH
Marko Johansson 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Adib Zarei
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Milad Kor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Faraji
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Odiljon Hamrobekov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Regi Lushkja
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Saeid Karimazar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Domagoj Drožđek
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Khorrami
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mehrdad Mohammadi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Masoud Kazemayni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Amirreza Jeddi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Al Shorta
Goalkeepers
Ahmed Basil
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Rewan Amin 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Ahmed Yahia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
M. Sadoun
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Ashabi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Qasim
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Al Mawas
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Farhan
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Dominique Mendy 
MAGNET
71
Activity
71
Activity
64
Passes
7
Duels
Hussein Ali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Christian Ateba 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
14%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Munaf Younus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ameer Sabah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Abdoul Moumouni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shareef Abdul Kadhim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Salih
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Abdulkhaleq
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Ahmad
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Kareem
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Mohammed Dawood
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +7
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 4 GD: +6
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -7
P: 4 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -6
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Tractor Sazi
Al Shorta
Tractor Sazi
Al Shorta
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Clinical Tractor Sazi Weather Al Shorta Storm
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 32/100. A display of gritty defensive resilience at Sahand Arena saw the hosts consolidate their top-three standing despite a relentless but wasteful Iraqi offensive.
The Siege at Sahand Arena
The match at Sahand Arena began with an unexpected tactical dynamic as the visiting Iraqi side, Al Shorta, took the game to their hosts from the opening whistle. Despite their lowly position in the standings, the visitors controlled 54% of the ball, forcing Tractor Sazi into a deep defensive block. An Intensity rating of 2.7 reflects a match defined by constant pressure rather than end-to-end chaos. The Tractor Sazi goalkeeper was called into action early, setting the tone for a match where the Iranian side had to absorb significant pressure. The Stakes were clear for the home side, who knew a win would keep them firmly in the hunt for the top spots, but they struggled to find any rhythm in the opening exchanges against a highly motivated opposition.
The Statistical Paradox
As the match progressed, the discrepancy between the performance and the scoreline became a glaring narrative. Al Shorta launched a relentless attacking siege, racking up a staggering 19 shots compared to just 5 from the hosts. However, football is rarely a game of volume alone; it is a game of precision. While Al Shorta peppered the goal from all angles, only 6 of their attempts found the target, many of which were expertly handled by the Tractor Sazi backline. A Balance score of 1.5 highlights how lopsided the shot count was, yet Tractor Sazi remained the more composed side in their own box. The pivot came when the hosts made their few ventures forward count, demonstrating a level of efficiency that their opponents simply could not match throughout the ninety minutes.
Resolution and Continental Reality
The final whistle brought a sense of relief to the home supporters as Tractor Sazi emerged with a 1-0 victory, a result that felt like a smash-and-grab given the shot volume. With an Upset Factor of 0.0, the result technically followed the form book, yet the manner of the win was anything but comfortable. For Al Shorta, this was a bitter pill to swallow; despite dominating the majority of the metrics and testing the keeper repeatedly, they remain winless with just two points from seven matches. Tractor Sazi, meanwhile, move to 14 points, keeping their continental ambitions alive through sheer defensive grit and clinical finishing. This result underscores the harsh reality of the AFC Champions League: dominance without goals is a recipe for disappointment, while a single moment of clarity can secure all three points.
Key Questions
What was the final score between Tractor Sazi and Al Shorta?
Tractor Sazi won the match 1-0 at Sahand Arena.
Which team dominated the shooting statistics?
Al Shorta dominated with 19 shots compared to just 5 for Tractor Sazi.
How does this result affect the standings?
Tractor Sazi moves to 14 points in 3rd place, while Al Shorta remains 11th.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Survive and Advance in Tabriz
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 28/100. Tractor Sazi can effectively secure their path toward the knockout stages with a dominant victory over an Al Shorta side currently spiralling at the bottom of the table.
The Setup
The calculation is simple for Tractor Sazi as they head into this Matchday 4 clash at the Sahand Arena. Sitting comfortably in third place with 14 points, they host an Al Shorta team that has looked completely out of its depth in the West region. A Form rating of 4.1 highlights Tractor's recent dominance, underlined by four wins in their last five matches. Conversely, the Iraqi visitors are struggling to find any rhythm, having collected just two points from seven games. With the Stakes measured at 6.0, the home side knows that avoiding a slip-up here is the final hurdle before they can focus on securing a top-8 direct qualification spot.
Key Battle
This match will be defined by the technical superiority of the Tractor Sazi midfield against a fatigued Al Shorta defensive block. M. Torabi and O. Hamrobekov are expected to dictate the tempo from the opening whistle, seeking to exploit the spaces left by a visiting side that has already conceded 18 goals this season. Without a designated playmaker to alleviate the pressure, Al Shorta’s back line will likely be pinned back for the duration, relying on desperate clearances rather than controlled buildup.
Our Prediction
Tractor Sazi's attacking efficiency, led by A. Hosseinzadeh, should prove too much for the visitors to handle. Despite a low Stars rating of 1.6 suggesting a lack of global household names, the tactical Balance score of 2.6 reflects a mismatch in quality. Expect Tractor to strike early and maintain possession, coasting to a 3-0 victory as Al Shorta fails to offer a meaningful response.