Title: Esteghlal Resumes Training as Coach Sá Pinto Weighs Player Decisions
Tehran – Esteghlal Football Club has concluded a short-term break and officially resumed its training schedule on Friday, preparing for the next phase of the Persian Gulf Pro League season.
The team’s return to the pitch follows their sixth-week match against Chadormalu Ardakan. As the squad regroups, the technical staff, led by head coach Ricardo Sá Pinto, is set to make crucial decisions regarding the team’s composition in the coming days.
Focus on Squad Discipline
The training camp restart brings into focus the status of two players, Aref Aghasi and Armin Sohrabian. Their previous public comments, made following a continental fixture, were noted as a point of concern for the team’s management. According to sources close to the club, Coach Sá Pinto has confirmed that a final decision on both players will be made during this current training period.
A Decision Awaits
Speculation surrounds the potential outcomes, with some observers suggesting the coach may be reluctant to reintegrate the players. However, other sources indicate the possibility of reconciliation, noting that the period away from the main squad has served as a sufficient lesson. These sources suggest that Aghasi and Sohrabian could be given an opportunity to rejoin group training and compete for a spot in the starting lineup.
Looking Ahead
The entire squad is now focused on the upcoming challenge. Esteghlal’s next match is scheduled for October 16th in Tehran, where they will host FC Mes Rafsanjan in the league’s seventh week.