Match Report
Esteghlal had won four straight. Defeat had followed defeat for Aboomoslem — three in succession. From the last five rounds, Esteghlal held 13 points of 15 and Aboomoslem 3.
Azadi Stadium in Teheran, capacity 20,000, hosted the game. Half-time and full-time told different stories: Esteghlal led 1-0 at the break, before 3 more goals closed it at 3-1.