A highly anticipated football match between Aluminum Arak and Esteghlal Tehran concluded in a 0-0 draw on Sunday evening, September 6, 2026. The match, part of the sixth week of the Persian Gulf Pro League, was held at Imam Khomeini Stadium in Arak. Despite a competitive game, neither team could break the deadlock. Both Aluminum Arak and Esteghlal Tehran now have 12 points and remain in second and third place respectively in the league standings. Tractor FC currently leads the Persian Gulf Pro League. The draw leaves both teams vying for the top spot as the season progresses.