The match at Tehran’s Azadi Stadium saw Ramin Rezaeian give the host an early lead in the fourth minute, but Dariush Shojaeian quickly equalized just two minutes later.

Havadar regained the lead in the 28th minute with a goal from Mohammad Hossein Sadeghi, but it was unable to maintain its advantage. Just six minutes into the second half, Kasra Rahmati scored an own goal, resulting in the final 2-2 scoreline.

With this draw, Havadar is precariously close to relegation, currently sitting at the bottom of the table, while Esteghlal holds the 11th position in the 16-team league.