Iran`s Esteghlal beats Sanat Naft in Abadan

ABADAN,Sept.27(MNA) – Esteghlal football team defeated Sanat Naft in Iran Professional League (IPL) on Wednesday. Iranian giant defeated the Abadan based team 2-1 and moved to sixth place, two points behind leader Sepasi. Rasoul Navidkia gave Sanat Naft a lead just two minutes into the match. Rodrigo Tosi’s header equalized the match in the 35th minute and Fabio Januario scored Esteghlal second goal in the 58th minute with a long range shot. Elsewhere, Foolad pummeled Paykan 5-0, Fajr Sepasi edged Traktorsazi 1-0 and Zob Ahan defeated Saipa 3-2. Persepolis is scheduled to face Aluminum on Thursday.