Cup Draw Delivers Intriguing Fixtures as Esteghlal Faces Stern Test
The draw for the Round of 16 of Iran’s Football Hazfi Cup was held today, Wednesday, setting the stage for a series of compelling knockout matches. The ceremony took place at the Iranian Professional Football League Organization’s conference hall, with representatives from the qualified clubs in attendance.
The draw has produced a lineup of fixtures that promise high drama and intense competition as the tournament progresses.
Key Matchups Revealed
The draw determined the following pairings for the next round, with the home team listed first:
- Foolad Khuzestan vs. Chadormalu Ardakan
- Sepahan Isfahan vs. Kheybar Khorramabad
- Malavan Bandar Anzali vs. Mes Shahr-e Babak
- Mes Rafsanjan vs. Gol Gohar Sirjan
- Havadar Tehran vs. Saipa Tehran
- Naft o Gaz Gachsaran vs. Paykan Tehran
- Foolad Hormozgan vs. Esteghlal
- Winner of Tractor vs. Persepolis vs. Shams Azar Qazvin
The home team for the final fixture will be confirmed following the conclusion of the postponed match between Tractor and Persepolis.
Tournament Schedule Confirmed
According to the league organization, the Round of 16 matches are scheduled to take place in the latter part of the Iranian month of Azar. Furthermore, the sole postponed match from the Round of 32 between Tractor and Persepolis is set to be held in the final week of Azar, finalizing the tournament bracket.