PLDC - Tehran, Khosrow Heydari, Esteghlal's Team Melli player, who injured his left leg in the second leg of the AFC Champions League semi-finals against Buriram United, is now recovering.

Heydari’s injury worsened because of his half-time presence against FC Seoul, which caused Queiroz to get upset and protest against the decision made by Esteghlal's coaching staff.

Khosrow Heydari, who is present in Team Melli will start his training in two days from now, but will most likely be absent in the match against Thailand to avoid worsening his injury. Team Melli's coaching staff has made the wiser decision than Esteghlal's staff, and decided that Khosrow's long-term contribution is more important than him appearing in one game.