Iranian Premier League enters week five with Tehran Derby

The fifth week of the Iranian Premier League features several high-stakes matches, headlined by the 107th Tehran Derby between Esteghlal and Persepolis. This specific derby will be held at Naqsh-e Jahan Stadium in Isfahan on Wednesday, August 11. Both teams enter the match in strong positions, with Esteghlal in second place with 10 points and Persepolis in third with 9 points.

Other notable fixtures include Tractor, currently leading the table with 12 points, facing Shams Azar. Additionally, Gol Gohar Sirjan will play Aluminum Arak, and Zob Ahan will host Paykan in Fooladshahr.

The Iran Football Federation has announced the referee assignments for the week, designating Moudoud Bonyadifard as the head official for the Esteghlal-Persepolis derby. Regarding player availability, the league confirmed that while several players from Chadarmelo, Fajr Sepasi, and Malavan are suspended, no players from Esteghlal or Persepolis are facing suspensions for the upcoming derby.