Our Zira IK vs Neftchi Baku Prediction: 1-1
Zira IK vs Neftchi Baku in the Azerbaijan Premier League is scheduled for an 15:30 GMT kick-off on Friday October 3, 2025. We expect a 1-1 result in a tightly contested match, with BTTS looking like a reliable bet given both teams’ recent scoring form.
This Zira IK vs Neftchi Baku prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Zira IK's Last Match – Imisli vs Zira IK
Zira IK will seek to go one better this time following a 1-1 Azerbaijan Premier League share of the spoils with Imisli on September 26. In that match, Zira IK recorded 77% possession and 6 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Imisli | 23% | 0 (2) | - | 15 |
 Zira IK | 77% | 0 (6) | - | 78 |
Neftchi Baku's Last Match – Neftchi Baku vs FK Karvan
Determined to get back to winning ways, Neftchi Baku must win after their 0-0 Azerbaijan Premier League draw against FK Karvan on September 27.
Zira IK vs Neftchi Baku Stats
Key Stats
| Zira IK | Neftchi Baku | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 | Attacking Strength | 1.03 |
| 0.52 | Defence Strength | 0.75 |
| 1.6 | Points Per Game | 1 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 1/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 7/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 4/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 2/10 |
| 1.5 | Average Scored | 0.8 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Zira IK are averaging 1.5 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match, while Neftchi Baku average 0.8 scored and 0.8 conceded per game.
PFK Turan Tovuz 
Araz FK 
FK Qarabag 
Zira IK 
Sabah 
FK Sumqayit 
Shamakhi FK 
Neftchi Baku 
FK Karvan 
FK Gabala 
FK Kapaz