Esteghlal edge Malavan to win 2024/25 Hazfi Cup

TEHRAN - Rouzbeh Cheshmi scored a last-gasp goal in Esteghlal’s win over Malavan in the final match of the 2024/25 Hafi Cup.

Esteghlal defeat Sanat Naft to advance to 2024/25 Hazfi Cup final

TEHRAN – Esteghlal football team beat Sanat Naft 2-0 on Saturday to secure their place in the final of the 2024/25 Iran Hazfi Cup.

By Farrokh Hesabi

PGPL final week promises excitement rivalry

TEHRAN - The 24th edition of the Persian Gulf Pro League (PGPL) has reached its dramatic conclusion, with the final Matchday 30 set to take place this Thursday.

Esteghlal, Malavan book place in 2024/25 Hazfi Cup semifinals

TEHRAN – Esteghlal and Malavan football teams booked their place in the 2024/25 Iran’s Hazfi Cup semifinals on Saturday.

Esteghlal, Gol Gohar share spoils: PGPL

TEHRAN – Gol Gohar and Esteghlal football teams shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw in the 2024/25 Iran Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Wednesday.

2024/25 Hazfi Cup: Malavan and Gol Gohar into quarterfinals

TEHRAN – Malavan and Gol Gohar football teams booked their place at the 2024/25 Iran’s Hazfi Cup quarterfinals on Friday.

Esteghlal into 2024/25 Hazfi Cup quarterfinals

TEHRAN – Esteghlal football team defeated Shams Azar 2-1 to book their place at the 2024/25 Iran’s Hazfi Cup quarterfinals on Thursday.

By Farrokh Hesabi

Esteghlal's coaching carousel spins again

TEHRAN - Esteghlal FC, one of Iran's most storied football clubs, find themselves once more in turmoil as South African coach Pitso Mosimane has unilaterally terminated his contract.

Esteghlal, Sepahan share the spoils: PGPL

TEHRAN – Esteghlal and Sepahan football teams shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw in the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Thursday.

Esteghlal held by Aluminum in PGPL

TEHRAN – Esteghlal football team were held to a 1-1 draw by Aluminum in the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Friday.

PGPL: Esteghlal victorious over Foolad

TEHRAN – Esteghlal football team defeated Foolad 2-0 in their away match at the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Saturday.

Persepolis edge Gol Gohar, Sepahan held by Nassaji

TEHRAN – Persepolis football team defeated Gol Gohar 1-0 in Sirjan in the 2024/25 Iran Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Saturday.

Sepahan edge Aluminum to go top: PGPL

TEHRAN – Sepahan football team defeated Aluminum 1-0 and moved top of 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Friday.

By Farrokh Hesabi

Mosimane's mission: Can he turn Esteghlal's fortune around?

TEHRAN - South African tactician Pitso Mosimane faces a stern test as he prepares to lead Esteghlal against Tractor in the Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League on Thursday. The former Al Ahly and Al Ahli Saudi FC manager is tasked with reviving the fortunes of one of Iran’s most storied clubs, a challenge that has proven daunting for many.

By Farrokh Hesabi

Mosimane’s duty bringing back Esteghlal’s heydays

TEHRAN - Iran’s football powerhouse, Esteghlal, are currently in a tumultuous period. Having finished as runners-up last season under Javad Nekounam, the club's recent form has been a stark contrast to their previous success. A series of poor results led to Nekounam's resignation, despite having personally assembled the squad. The club signed every player that the former head coach wanted, but the results were poor.

Zob Ahan stun Esteghlal: PGPL

TEHRAN – Zob Ahan football team defeated Esteghlal 3-0 here inMatchday 8 of Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Friday.

By Masoud Hossein

Persepolis earn late win over Esteghlal in Tehran derby

TEHRAN – Persepolis football team defeated Esteghlal 1-0 in Tehran derby courtesy of Hossein Kanaani’s late goal in Matchweek 6 of the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Wednesday.

Esteghlal lose to Esteghlal Khuzestan: PGPL

TEHRAN – Esteghlal football team suffered a 1-0 loss against Esteghlal Khuzestan in Matchweek 3 of the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Thursday.

By Masoud Hossein

Persepolis crowned PGPL champions for ninth time

TEHRAN – Persepolis football team defeated Mes 1-0 on Saturday here at the Azadi Stadium to win 2023/24 Iran’s Persian Gulf Pro League (PGPL) for the ninth time.

Persepolis one step away from PGPL title after win over Shams Azar

TEHRAN – Persepolis football team defeated Shams Azar 3-1 in their away match and need just one victory to win the 2023/24 Iran’s Persian Gulf Pro League (PGPL) on Tuesday.