Dutch forward Jurgen Locadia opened the scoring for Persepolis in the 27th minute in Tehran’s Azadi Stadium.

Sanat Naft midfielder Meysam Tohidast scored an own goal with 10 minutes remaining.

A total of 500 female fans also attended the match at the stadium.

Elsewhere, Foolad edged Sepahan in Isfahan courtesy of Ayanda Patosi’s late goal.

Tractor was held to a 0-0 draw against Havadar in Tabriz and Mes Rafsanjan and Aluminum shared the spoils in a goalless draw.

Persepolis moved top of the table with eight points out of four matches.