Revised Title: Revised Match Schedule Announced for Esteghlal in Iran’s Football Cup
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Cup Competition Kicks Off with Revised Fixtures
The knockout stage of Iran’s prestigious Hazfi Cup commences this Thursday, marking the entry of top-tier league clubs into the national tournament. The competition’s schedule has seen strategic adjustments to ensure the smooth progression of the event.
Key Match Rescheduling
The most significant change involves the postponement of the highly anticipated match between Tractor and Persepolis. This has created a ripple effect, leading to a rescheduling of other fixtures to maintain competitive balance. Consequently, the kickoff time for the match between Esteghlal and Padideh Khalkhal has been moved forward by two hours. The new start time for Esteghlal’s fixture is now set for 16:15 local time at the Shahre Qods stadium.
Full Schedule for the Round of 32
The comprehensive schedule for the upcoming matches is as follows, showcasing the nationwide scope of the tournament:
Thursday, Azar 29:
- Ba’set Kermanshah vs. Naft o Gaz Gachsaran – 14:30 – Azadi Stadium, Kermanshah
- Saipa Tehran vs. Nassaji Mazandaran – 16:15 – Pas Qavamin Stadium, Tehran
- Foolad Hormozgan vs. Chooka Talesh – 16:15 – Khalij-e Fars Stadium, Bandar Abbas
Friday, Azar 30:
- Mes Kerman vs. Sepahan Isfahan – 14:30 – Bahonar Stadium, Kerman
- Shams Azar Qazvin vs. Nirozamini Tehran – 16:30 – Sardar Azadegan Stadium, Qazvin
- Mes Shahrbabak vs. Fajr Sepasi – 15:00 – Sardar Soleimani Stadium, Shahrbabak
- Esteghlal vs. Padideh Khalkhal – 16:15 – Shohada Stadium, Shahre Qods
Saturday, Azar 1:
- Aluminum Arak vs. Malavan Bandar Anzali – 16:30 – Imam Khomeini Stadium, Arak (Rescheduled from Friday)
- Mes Rafsanjan vs. Damash Gilan – 16:15 – Shahada-ye Mes Rafsanjan Stadium
- Havadar Tehran vs. Bargh Shiraz – 14:30 – Enghelab Stadium, Karaj
- Paykan Tehran vs. Shahr Dari Nowshahr – 16:15 – Pas Qavamin Stadium, Tehran
- Chadormalu Ardakan vs. Zob Ahan Isfahan – 16:15 – Nassiri Stadium, Yazd
- Kheybar Khorramabad vs. Kia Tehran – 16:30 – Takhti Stadium, Khorramabad
- Gol Gohar Sirjan vs. Shenavar Sazi Qeshm – 13:30 – Shahid Soleimani Stadium, Sirjan
- Esteghlal Khuzestan vs. Foolad Khuzestan – 18:30 – Takhti Stadium, Abadan
The adjustments reflect the dynamic nature of organizing major sporting events and ensure fans across the country can follow their favorite teams in this crucial stage of the competition.