Persian Gulf Pro League
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Persian Gulf Pro League 2025/2026 Season Review
Esteghlal FC clinched the Persian Gulf Pro League title with 41 points from 22 matches, showcasing a solid campaign highlighted by a +13 goal difference. The title race was anything but a stroll in the park, with Tractor Sazi and Sepahan FC both finishing on 39 points. Tractor Sazi's superior goal difference of +18 edged them into second place, while Sepahan settled for third thanks to a +11 difference.
The battle for European places was fiercely contested. Gol Gohar, Chadormalu SC, and Persepolis FC rounded out the top six, each demonstrating commendable consistency. Meanwhile, the lower half of the table saw a tight scrap to avoid relegation, with ZOB Ahan and Mes Rafsanjan struggling at the bottom. Mes Rafsanjan’s -16 goal difference reflected their difficulties throughout the season.
Esteghlal's top scorer, S. Saharkhizan, led the charge with 7 goals, proving crucial to their success. Tractor Sazi's T. Štrkalj not only netted 5 times but also topped the assists chart with 5, underlining his all-round influence. Overall, it was a campaign that kept fans on the edge of their seats, with plenty of drama both at the summit and near the foot of the table.
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League trends
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Esteghlal FC | 22 | 11 | 8 | 3 | 29 | 16 | +13 | 41 | |
| 2 |  Tractor Sazi | 22 | 10 | 9 | 3 | 30 | 12 | +18 | 39 | |
| 3 |  Sepahan FC | 22 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 24 | 13 | +11 | 39 | |
| 4 |  Gol Gohar | 23 | 10 | 6 | 7 | 24 | 24 | 0 | 36 | |
| 5 |  Chadormalu SC | 22 | 9 | 8 | 5 | 27 | 19 | +8 | 35 | |
| 6 |  Persepolis FC | 22 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 23 | 19 | +4 | 34 | |
| 7 |  Foolad FC | 22 | 7 | 10 | 5 | 21 | 16 | +5 | 31 | |
| 8 |  Fajr Sepasi | 23 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 25 | 27 | -2 | 30 | |
| 9 |  Kheybar Khorramabad | 23 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 22 | 24 | -2 | 29 | |
| 10 |  Malavan | 22 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 13 | 21 | -8 | 29 | |
| 11 |  Esteghlal Khuzestan | 22 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 16 | 23 | -7 | 25 | |
| 12 |  Paykan | 23 | 5 | 9 | 9 | 15 | 21 | -6 | 24 | |
| 13 |  Shams Azar Qazvin | 23 | 3 | 13 | 7 | 15 | 19 | -4 | 22 | |
| 14 |  Aluminium Arak | 22 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 21 | -7 | 22 | |
| 15 |  ZOB Ahan | 21 | 3 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 19 | -7 | 19 | |
| 16 |  Mes Rafsanjan | 22 | 3 | 6 | 13 | 13 | 29 | -16 | 15 |
Persian Gulf Pro League Table Analysis 2025/2026
Esteghlal FC leads the way with 41 points from 22 games, just a couple of points clear of Tractor Sazi and Sepahan FC, both on 39 points. The close tussle at the summit suggests a spirited battle for the title, with goal difference playing a subtle role—Tractor Sazi's +18 edges Esteghlal's +13, while Sepahan trails with +11.
The mid-table cluster is equally competitive, with Gol Gohar, Chadormalu SC, and Persepolis FC all within striking distance, highlighting a league where every point counts. Meanwhile, the lower half shows a marked gap, as teams like Mes Rafsanjan sit on a meagre 15 points, their -16 goal difference a clear sign of struggles.
Top scorers and assisters also hint at Esteghlal and Tractor Sazi's attacking strengths, with S. Saharkhizan leading the scoring charts and T. Štrkalj impressing in both goals and assists. With such a tight race, the Persian Gulf Pro League promises plenty of nail-biting moments ahead.
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Standout Individuals in the 2025/2026 Persian Gulf Pro League
Esteghlal FC’s S. Saharkhizan leads the scoring charts with seven goals, proving to be a reliable finisher as his side tops the league table. Close behind is Tractor Sazi’s T. Štrkalj, who not only nets five goals but also leads the assists tally with five, showcasing his dual threat as a creator and scorer.
Persepolis FC’s S. Dursun and M. Mohammadi both have contributed three assists each, playing their parts in keeping their team competitive in the top half. Meanwhile, A. Hosseinzadeh from Tractor Sazi and Abbas Kahrizi of Aluminium Arak have chipped in with two assists apiece, adding some creative spark further down the table. It seems the season’s creativity is as spread out as the league points.