Esteghlal secures victory over Gol Gohar Sirjan

Esteghlal continued its successful run in the Persian Gulf Pro League with a 1-0 victory against Gol Gohar Sirjan. The win brings Esteghlal to 19 points, maintaining its position in second place in the league standings and keeping the team in pursuit of leaders Persepolis.

The match, held at Shahr-e Qods, marked Esteghlal's eleventh win in sixteen total encounters against Gol Gohar. Historically, Esteghlal holds a significant advantage in this matchup, with nine wins in fourteen league meetings and eight victories in nine home matches against the Sirjan-based side.

Following the match, technical committee member Reza Hassanzadeh praised head coach Sohrab Bakhtiarizadeh for his leadership and ability to maintain player motivation despite transfer window restrictions. Hassanzadeh also highlighted the exceptional performance of goalkeeper Habib Farabi, suggesting he deserves opportunities with the national team.