Esteghlal Opens Iranian Women's Football Pro League Season With Win Over Ilam Side
Esteghlal defeated Palayash Gaz Ilam 2–0 in Tehran as the Iranian Women’s Football Pro League kicked off its new season.
The Iranian Women’s Football Pro League began its season in Tehran, with Esteghlal facing Palayash Gaz Ilam in an opening-week fixture, according to the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA).
IRNA reported that the match, held on September 17, 2026, ended in a 2–0 victory for Esteghlal.
The report, presented as a photo feature, documented scenes from the game as part of the league’s opening round of matches. IRNA did not provide further details on the scorers or the course of play.
The Iranian Women’s Football Pro League is the top tier of women’s club football in Iran, featuring teams from across the country, including Esteghlal, one of Tehran’s prominent clubs, and Palayash Gaz Ilam, representing the western province of Ilam.
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