Persepolis defeats Esteghlal Khuzestan 4-1 in Iranian Pro League

Persepolis secured a 4-1 victory against Esteghlal Khuzestan in the second week of the Iranian Pro League at the Shuhada Stadium in Shahr-e Qods. The goals for Persepolis were scored by Mohammad Khodabandehloo, Ali Alipour, Igor Sergeev, and Pouria Shahabadi, while Payam Niamand scored an own goal for Esteghlal Khuzestan.

Following the match, refereeing decisions faced scrutiny. Expert analysis questioned several incidents, including a potential penalty for Persepolis in the 53rd minute involving a handball by an Esteghlal Khuzestan defender, and a controversial goal by Esteghlal Khuzestan in the 63rd minute. Additionally, a challenge involving Majid Eidi in the penalty area was reviewed by VAR but no penalty was awarded.