IRIB - Esteghlal Tehran recorded a 1-0 win on the
road against Malavan Anzali to move to the top of the Persian Gulf
Professional League of Iran.
Esteghlal's goal was scored from the spot by Ali Ansarian in the 62nd
minute.
Although Malavan had several scoring chances, the Anzali forwards wasted
opportunities that could have tied or even given them the lead.
This win and its 3 points moved Esteghlal to the top of the table with 13
points from 5 matches. Saipa dropped to the 2nd spot with 12 points from 6
matches.
Perspolis, Sepahan, Abu Moslem and Esteghlal Ahvaz share the 3rd spot with
10 points each from 5 matches.
Sepahan is set to host Perspolis, while Abu Moslem travels to Khuzestan to
face Esteghlal Ahvaz this Sunday.
