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4 unusual facts about Esteghlal F.C.


Ahmad Reza Abedzadeh

He played for Esteghlal F.C., Sepahan F.C., Persepolis F.C. and the Iranian national football team.

Azadi Stadium

It was inaugurated on 18 October 1971 and is self-owned by Esteghlal and Persepolis.

Sport in Iran

Iranian clubs (Esteghlal and Pas) have three times won the Asian Club Championship (1970, 1991, 1993), but the last championship of an Iranian team at AFC Champions League dated back to the 1992-1993 season.

Home Stadium of Esteghlal and Perspolis (Most Popular Iranian Clubs) and where that national matches are held.


Hassan Rowshan

Hassan was born in Tajrish (Shemiran)on 21st march 195 He was only 13 when he first joined Taj youth team.

Vahid Talebloo

He was a regular player in 2008–09 for Esteghlal and was one of the key players.He stayed in Esteghlal for another two season where he had to compete with Mohammad Mohammadi for the place in the team.


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