Esteghlal Cultural and Athletic Club (Persian: باشگاه فرهنگی ورزشی استقلال ایران) is an Iranian sports club most widely known for its professional football team based in Tehran. It was founded as Taj (Persian: تاج), meaning 'Crown' in Persian and renamed after Islamic Revoloution in 1979. Founded in 1945, they play in the IPL and have spent most of their history in the top tier in Iranian football. It is one of the most famous and popular football clubs in Asia. The club also has a similarly successful futsal section.
They play their home games at the 90,000 capacity Azadi Stadium in Tehran. The club's traditional kit colours are royal blue shirts, shorts and socks.
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History

Establishment

On 24 September 1945, three Iranian military officers Mirzani, Jananpour and Navab started a sports club on Ferdowsi Street, Tehran. Since the founders of the club were mostly interested in cycling, the club's original name was Docharkheh Savaran (Persian: دوچرخه سواران), meaning 'The Cyclists' in Persian. Docharkheh Savaran football club played its first official match in 1946, and in 1947 was able to win the Tehran Hazfi Cup. is the 267th day of the year (268th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1945 (MCMXLV) was a common year starting on Monday (link will display the full calendar). ... An officer is a member of a military, naval, or if applicable, other uniformed services who holds a position of responsibility. ... Ferdowsi Tousi (فردوسی طوسی in Persian) (more commonly transliterated Firdausi, Ferdosi or Ferdusi) (935–1020) is considered to be one of the greatest Persian poets to have ever lived. ... For other uses, see Tehran (disambiguation). ... “Farsi” redirects here. ... “Farsi” redirects here. ... A player (wearing the red kit) has penetrated the defence (in the white kit) and is taking a shot at goal. ... A football team is the collective name given to a number of players who play together in a football game, be it association football (soccer), rugby, Australian football, American football, Gaelic football, or other version of football. ... Year 1946 (MCMXLVI) was a common year starting on Tuesday (link will display full 1946 calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1947 (MCMXLVII) was a common year starting on Wednesday (link will display full 1947 calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... For other uses, see Tehran (disambiguation). ...

Emerging success

In 1949, the club officially changed its name to Taj. The club became the second most loved team in Iran after some years, and were able to make their fans happy by winning numerous league championships, Hazfi Cups and Asian Club Championships. The club has been able to get successful results in the past couple of years and is always looked at as a contender for the league championship. In the past two years it has finished 2nd or 3rd in the league, but Amir Ghalenoei was able to get the team its first championship in the IPL in the 2005-06 season after his third and final year as the manager. Year 1949 (MCMXLIX) was a common year starting on Saturday (link will display the full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... Irans Premier Football League also known as the IPL is the most important football league in Iran. ... The Hazfi Cup, also known as the Iranian FA Cup, is the major knockout cup competition in Iranian football. ... Asian Champions League Logo The AFC Champions League is an annual international inter-club football competition between club Champions and cup winners of the top 14 Asian leagues. ... Amir Ghalenoei (also spelled Qalehnoie, Persian: , born July 9, 1964 in Tehran, Iran) is an Iranian football coach and former player. ... Year 2005 (MMV) was a common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2006 (MMVI) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ...

1979 Islamic Revoloution

After 1979 Islamic Revoloution in Iran, the club was confiscated by newly established Islamic government and right now is under the control of the Physical Education Organization of Islamic Republic of Iran (Persian: سازمان تربیت بدنی جمهوری اسلامی ايران), a governmental organization, and change its name to Esteghlal (Persian: استقلال), 'Independence' in Persian. Taj (Persian: تاج) means 'Crown' in Persian, and after the revolution, any sign of the previous monarchist regime was not tolerated. Also: 1979 by Smashing Pumpkins. ... After Islamic Conquest  Modern SSR = Soviet Socialist Republic Afghanistan  Azerbaijan  Bahrain  Iran  Iraq  Tajikistan  Uzbekistan  This box:      The Iranian Revolution (also known as the Islamic Revolution,[1][2][3][4][5][6] Persian: انقلاب اسلامی, Enghelābe Eslāmi) was the revolution that transformed Iran from a monarchy under Shah Mohammad Reza... A football team is the collective name given to a number of players who play together in a football game, be it association football (soccer), rugby, Australian football, American football, Gaelic football, or other version of football. ... Iran (Persian: ایران) is a Middle Eastern country located in southwestern Asia. ... ‹ The template below has been proposed for deletion. ... “Farsi” redirects here. ... “Farsi” redirects here. ... “Farsi” redirects here. ... “Farsi” redirects here. ... A crown is a symbolic form of headgear worn by a monarch or by a god, for whom the crown is traditionally one of the symbols of power and legitimacy (See Regalia for a broader treatment). ... “Farsi” redirects here. ...

Tehran Derby

The club's main rival and its opponent in the Tehran Derby is Persepolis F.C. The first derby match between the clubs took place on April 5, 1968 at Amjadieh Stadium. The Azadi Stadium is always sold out when the match takes place. Ali samereh Scored the earliest goal in Tehran derby for Esteghlal F.C. against Perspolis F.C. Since 1995, IRIFF have invited foreign referees to officiate the game to ease fan and player suspicions of referee bias. This occurred after the events of the 38th derby. In the 38th derby (January 11, 1995) Persepolis was leading in the match by a score of 2-0 until the last 10 minutes of the match. Esteghlal scored 2 goals in quick succession, including one which was a penalty. This angered the Persepolis fans and players who felt the referee was biased towards Esteghlal. Persepolis fans stormed the field, and many fights broke out on the pitch between fans and players. After this match it was decided that Iranian referees will no longer be used for the derby. The Tehran derby is a football local derby match that takes place twice a year between the two most popular clubs in Tehran - Esteghlal and Persepolis FC. Stadiums are always packed to capacity when the two teams play. ... Persepolis Football Club (Persian: ) is an Iranian football club based in Tehran, Iran. ... is the 95th day of the year (96th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1968 (MCMLXVIII) was a leap year starting on Monday (link will display full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... Shiroudi Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Karaj, Iran. ... The Azadi Stadium is Irans national and largest stadium. ... Year 1995 (MCMXCV) was a common year starting on Sunday (link will display full 1995 Gregorian calendar). ... The Islamic Republic of Iran Football Federation (IRIFF) is the governing body for football in Iran. ... A referee presides over a game of association football (soccer). ... is the 11th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1995 (MCMXCV) was a common year starting on Sunday (link will display full 1995 Gregorian calendar). ... Persepolis Football Club (Persian: ) is an Iranian football club based in Tehran, Iran. ... Persepolis Football Club (Persian: ) is an Iranian football club based in Tehran, Iran. ... Persepolis Football Club (Persian: ) is an Iranian football club based in Tehran, Iran. ...

AFC Champions League 2007

Esteghlal was dropped from the 2007 edition of the Asian Champion's League after the AFC did not receive the club's player list for the tournament in time. Despite efforts by the club management to reverse the decision, AFC upheld its decision^[1] and the club's board resigned soon after. AFC Champions League 2007 is the 26th AFC Champions League, played between clubs from nations who are members of the Asian Football Confederation. ... The 46 member Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is the governing body of football in Asia, excluding Cyprus and Israel but including Australia. ...

Stadium

Main articles: Azadi Stadium

The Azadi Stadium (Persian: ورزشگاه آزادي) is a football stadium in Tehran, Iran. It is the home of Esteghlal F.C., Persepolis F.C. and Team Melli. Work on the grounds started in 1973, it was built to host the 1974 Asian Games in Iran. The football stadium is part of the much larger Azadi Sport Complex. The stadium is the largest stadium in the IPL. The Azadi Stadium is Irans national and largest stadium. ... “Farsi” redirects here. ... A player (wearing the red kit) has penetrated the defence (in the white kit) and is taking a shot at goal. ... The new Wembley Stadium in London is the most expensive stadium ever built; it has a seating capacity of 90,000 This article is about the building type. ... For other uses, see Tehran (disambiguation). ... Persepolis Football Club (Persian: ) is an Iranian football club based in Tehran, Iran. ... First international Afghanistan 0 - 0 Iran (Kabul, Afghanistan; January 1, 1941) Largest win Iran 19 - 0 Guam (Tabriz, Iran; November 24, 2000) Worst defeat Turkey 6 - 1 Iran (Istanbul, Turkey; May 28, 1950) South Korea 5 - 0 Iran (Tokyo, Japan; May 28, 1958) World Cup Appearances 3 (First in 1978... For the song by James Blunt, see 1973 (song). ... The 7th Asian Games were held from September 1, 1974 to September 16, 1974 in Tehran, Iran. ... A player (wearing the red kit) has penetrated the defence (in the white kit) and is taking a shot at goal. ... The new Wembley Stadium in London is the most expensive stadium ever built; it has a seating capacity of 90,000 This article is about the building type. ... The new Wembley Stadium in London is the most expensive stadium ever built; it has a seating capacity of 90,000 This article is about the building type. ... The new Wembley Stadium in London is the most expensive stadium ever built; it has a seating capacity of 90,000 This article is about the building type. ... Irans Premier Football League (Persian: , officially known as the Persian Gulf Cup, previously known as the IPL:Iranian Pro League) is a professional league competition for football clubs located at the highest level of the Iranian football league system above the Azadegan League. ...

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Originally called the Aryamehr Stadium in honor of the Mohammad Reza Pahlavi after 1979 Islamic Revoloution in Iran change its name. Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, Shah of Iran (Persian: ) (October 26, 1919, Tehran – July 27, 1980, Cairo), styled His Imperial Majesty, and holding the imperial titles of Shahanshah (King of Kings), and Aryamehr (Light of the Aryans), was the monarch of Iran from September 16, 1941 until the Iranian Revolution on February... Also: 1979 by Smashing Pumpkins. ... After Islamic Conquest  Modern SSR = Soviet Socialist Republic Afghanistan  Azerbaijan  Bahrain  Iran  Iraq  Tajikistan  Uzbekistan  This box:      The Iranian Revolution (also known as the Islamic Revolution,[1][2][3][4][5][6] Persian: انقلاب اسلامی, Enghelābe Eslāmi) was the revolution that transformed Iran from a monarchy under Shah Mohammad Reza...

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Season-by-season

The table below chronicles the achievements of Esteghlal in various competitions.

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Honours

Esteghlal is the most successful club in Asia, having won a total of 10 trophies in Iran and a record 2 winners trophies and 2 runners-up trophies in Asian competitions (tied with Al-Hilal). Esteghlal has also earned the distinction of being allowed to wear 2 stars on their jersey representing the fact that they have won 2 Asian Club Championships. This article does not cite any references or sources. ... For other uses, see Asia (disambiguation). ... For other uses, see Asia (disambiguation). ... This article is about the Saudi football team. ... In association football, some national and club sides include one or more stars as part of (or beside) the crest appearing on their shirt, to represent important trophies the team has previously won. ... The AFC Champions League is an annual international inter-club football competition between the champions and cup winners of the top 14 Asian leagues. ...

• National Championships: 5
  • 1974, 1990, 1998, 2001, 2006

• Hazfi Cup: 4
  • 1977, 1996, 2000, 2002

• Asian Club Championships: 2
  • 1970, 1991

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Statistics

Statistics in IPL

• Seasons in IPL: 7 (all)
• Best position in IPL: First (2005-06)
• Worst position in IPL: 9 (2002-03)
• Most goals scored in a season: 51 (2004-05)
• Most goals scored in a match: 4 - 0 (2 times), 3 - 0 (10 times)
• Most goals conceded in a match:

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Statistics in Asian Club Championships

• Most goals scored in a match:
• Most goals conceded in a match:

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General statistics

• All-time top scorer: Reza Enayati with 41 goals
• Most Appearances:
• Player who has won most titles:

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Current squad 2007/08

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2007/2008 transfers

In

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The Midfield in relation to the football positions In association football, a midfielder is a player whose position of play is midway between the attacking strikers and the defenders (highlighted in blue on the diagram). ... Meysam Maniei (Persian: , born July 24, 1982 in Tehran) is an Iranian football player, who currently joined IPL giants Esteghlal F.C. He usually plays as a midfielder. ... Pas Tehran Football Club (Persian: ) was an Iranian football club based in Tehran, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The Midfield in relation to the football positions In association football, a midfielder is a player whose position of play is midway between the attacking strikers and the defenders (highlighted in blue on the diagram). ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... A football goalkeeper leaves the ground to parry a shot on goal In many team sports, a goalkeeper (termed goaltender, netminder, goalie, or keeper in some sports) is a designated player that is charged with directly preventing the opposite team from scoring by defending the goal. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The striker (wearing the red shirt) has run past the defender (in the white shirt) and is about to take a shot at the goal, while the goalkeeper positions himself to attempt to stop the ball. ... Arash Borhani (Persian: , born September 14, 1983 in Kerman, Iran) is an Iranian football player, who currently joined IPL giants Esteghlal F.C. // Having just moved to PAS Tehran F.C. in the IPL, he helped the club to finish second in the IPL 2002/03 season. ... Pas Tehran Football Club (Persian: ) was an Iranian football club based in Tehran, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The striker (wearing the red shirt) has run past the defender (in the white shirt) and is about to take a shot at the goal, while the goalkeeper positions himself to attempt to stop the ball. ... Mehrdad Pooladi (Persian: , born February 26, 1987) is an Iranian football player who currently plays for Esteghlal F.C. in IPL. He was also a member of Iran U-23, participating in the 2006 Asian Games. ... For the automobile , see Paykan. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The striker (wearing the red shirt) has run past the defender (in the white shirt) and is about to take a shot at the goal, while the goalkeeper positions himself to attempt to stop the ball. ... Nassaji Mazandaran is an Iranian football club based in Qaem Shahr, Mazandaran, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The striker (wearing the red shirt) has run past the defender (in the white shirt) and is about to take a shot at the goal, while the goalkeeper positions himself to attempt to stop the ball. ... Hamid Shafiei (Persian: , born July 8, 1981 in Isfahan, Iran) is an Iranian football player, who currently plays for IPL giants Esteghlal F.C. After playing for Zob Ahan F.C. for a couple of seasons, in August 2006 he was transferred to Sepahan F.C. He has scored some... Foolad Mobarekeh Sepahan Esfahan Football Club (more commonly known as Sepahan, Persian: ) is an Iranian football club based in Esfahan, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The Midfield in relation to the football positions In association football, a midfielder is a player whose position of play is midway between the attacking strikers and the defenders (highlighted in blue on the diagram). ... Omid Ravankhah (Persian: , born April 13, 1988) is an Iranian football player, who currently plays for Esteghlal F.C. in IPL. He usually plays as a midfielder. ... Football Club Fajr Shahid Sepasi (Persian: ‎ ) is an Iranian football club based in Shiraz, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The striker (wearing the red shirt) has run past the defender (in the white shirt) and is about to take a shot at the goal, while the goalkeeper positions himself to attempt to stop the ball. ... Farhad Majidi (born June 3, 1977 in Tehran, Iran) is an Iranian footballer who is a Striker for Al Nasr and the Iran national football team. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The Bolton players in white are defending - the nearest player is trying to prevent the Fulham forward in cyan from crossing the ball. ... Pejman Montazeri (born September 6, 1983) is an Iranian football player. ... Foolad Khuzestan Football Club (Persian: ‎ , meaning Steel) is an Iranian football club, based in Ahvaz, Khuzestan. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The Bolton players in white are defending - the nearest player is trying to prevent the Fulham forward in cyan from crossing the ball. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The Bolton players in white are defending - the nearest player is trying to prevent the Fulham forward in cyan from crossing the ball. ... PAS Hamedan Football Club (Persian: ) is an Iranian football club based in Hamedan, Iran. ...

Out

Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The Bolton players in white are defending - the nearest player is trying to prevent the Fulham forward in cyan from crossing the ball. ... Hossein Kazemi (Persian: , born October 3, 1979 in Tehran, Iran) is an Iranian football player, currently a defensive midfielder for Sepahan in the IPL. He was an on-and-off player during the IPL 2004/05 season, but he became a pivotal part in the 2005/06 Esteghlal team and... Foolad Mobarekeh Sepahan Esfahan Football Club (more commonly known as Sepahan, Persian: ) is an Iranian football club based in Esfahan, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The Bolton players in white are defending - the nearest player is trying to prevent the Fulham forward in cyan from crossing the ball. ... Mahmoud Fekri Joybari (born July 26, 1973 in Tehran, Iran) is an Iranian football player. ... Shirin Faraz Kermanshah Football Club (Persian: ) is an Iranian football club based in Kermanshah, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The striker (wearing the red shirt) has run past the defender (in the white shirt) and is about to take a shot at the goal, while the goalkeeper positions himself to attempt to stop the ball. ... Siavash Akbarpour (Persian: ‎ ​, born 21 January 1985 in Shiraz, Iran) is an Iranian football player, currently playing for Esteghlal FC. He usually plays in the striker position. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The Bolton players in white are defending - the nearest player is trying to prevent the Fulham forward in cyan from crossing the ball. ... Sanat Mes Kerman Football Club (Persian: ‎ ) is a Iranian football team based in Kerman, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The striker (wearing the red shirt) has run past the defender (in the white shirt) and is about to take a shot at the goal, while the goalkeeper positions himself to attempt to stop the ball. ... Farzad Majidi (Persian: , born September 9, 1977 in Tehran, Iran) is an Iranian football player who currently plays for Esteghlal F.C. in Irans Premier Football League. ... Steel Azin Football Club (Persian: ) is an Iranian football club based in Tehran, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Brazil. ... The striker (wearing the red shirt) has run past the defender (in the white shirt) and is about to take a shot at the goal, while the goalkeeper positions himself to attempt to stop the ball. ... Sanat Mes Kerman Football Club (Persian: ‎ ) is a Iranian football team based in Kerman, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The Midfield in relation to the football positions In association football, a midfielder is a player whose position of play is midway between the attacking strikers and the defenders (highlighted in blue on the diagram). ... Al Shaab (Arabic: الشعب) Club is a football club in the Emirate of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The striker (wearing the red shirt) has run past the defender (in the white shirt) and is about to take a shot at the goal, while the goalkeeper positions himself to attempt to stop the ball. ... Steel Azin Football Club (Persian: ) is an Iranian football club based in Tehran, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... A football goalkeeper leaves the ground to parry a shot on goal In many team sports, a goalkeeper (termed goaltender, netminder, goalie, or keeper in some sports) is a designated player that is charged with directly preventing the opposite team from scoring by defending the goal. ... Seyed Mehdi Rahmati Osgouei (Persian: ‎ , born February 2, 1983 in Shiraz, Iran) is an Iranian football goalkeeper, currently playing for Esteghlal FC in the IPL. He is also a member of the Iranian national team. ... Sanat Mes Kerman Football Club (Persian: ‎ ) is a Iranian football team based in Kerman, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The Midfield in relation to the football positions In association football, a midfielder is a player whose position of play is midway between the attacking strikers and the defenders (highlighted in blue on the diagram). ... Behshad Yavarzadeh Ahrandjani (born January 7, 1983 in ?, Iran) is an Iranian footballer. ... Steel Azin Football Club (Persian: ) is an Iranian football club based in Tehran, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Georgia. ... The Bolton players in white are defending - the nearest player is trying to prevent the Fulham forward in cyan from crossing the ball. ... Akvsenti Gilauri (born in Georgia) is a Georgian footballer who plays for Esteghlal FC in Iran. ... Pegah Gilan (Persian: ) is a football team based in Rasht, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Cameroon. ... The striker (wearing the red shirt) has run past the defender (in the white shirt) and is about to take a shot at the goal, while the goalkeeper positions himself to attempt to stop the ball. ... Leony Léonard Kwekeu (Persian: , born July 12, 1987 in Yaoundé, Cameroon) is a Cameroonian football player who currently plays for Steel Azeen F.C. in the Azadegan League and Cameroon youth teams. ... Steel Azin Football Club (Persian: ) is an Iranian football club based in Tehran, Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... The Midfield in relation to the football positions In association football, a midfielder is a player whose position of play is midway between the attacking strikers and the defenders (highlighted in blue on the diagram). ... 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Famous players

Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... Ali Samereh, (born 23 November 1977 in Rafsanjan, Iran) is an Iranian football player. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... Pirouz Ghorbani (Persian: , born May 15, 1981 is an Iranian football defence who currently plays for IPL side Esteghlal F.C.. Pirouz Ghorbani has played for Esteghlal F.C. since he was 16 along side teamates Amir Hossein Sadeqi and Vahid Talebloo. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... Gholam Reza Enayati (Persian: , born September 23, 1976 in Mashhad, Iran) is an Iranian football player who currently plays for UAE League club Emirates and the Iran national football team. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... Siavash Akbarpour (Persian: ‎ ​, born 21 January 1985 in Shiraz, Iran) is an Iranian football player, currently playing for Esteghlal FC. He usually plays in the striker position. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... Mojtaba Jabbari (Persian: , born June 16, 1983 in Robat Karim, Iran) is an Iranian football player who currently plays for Esteghlal F.C. in Irans Premier Football League and the Iran national football team. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... Vahid Talebloo (Persian: , born May 26, 1982 in Tehran, Iran) is an Iranian football goalkeeper, who currently plays for Esteghlal F.C. in Irans Premier Football League and the Iran national football team. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... Amir Hossein Sadeqi (Persian: , born September 6, 1981 in Tehran, Iran) is an Iranian football player who currently plays for Esteghlal F.C. in Irans Premier Football League and the Iran national football team. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... Hossein Kazemi (Persian: , born October 3, 1979 in Tehran, Iran) is an Iranian football player, currently a defensive midfielder for Sepahan in the IPL. He was an on-and-off player during the IPL 2004/05 season, but he became a pivotal part in the 2005/06 Esteghlal team and... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... Mehdi Amirabadi (born February 22, 1979 in Tehran, Iran) is an Iranian football player. ...

Club captains

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Club managers

Current management team

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Former Managers

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Mansour Pourheidari (Persian: , born in Tehran, Iran) is an Iranian football coach and former player. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Germany. ... Amir Ghalenoei (also spelled Qalehnoie, Persian: , born July 9, 1964 in Tehran, Iran) is an Iranian football coach and former player. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... Samad Marfavi (born May 18, 1965 in Khorramshahr, Iran) is an Iranian football coach and former player. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ... Nasser Hejazi (Persian: , born December 19, 1949 in Piranshahr, Iran) is a Iranian football coach, manager, and former player. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Iran. ...

Notable managers

The following managers have all won at least one trophy when in charge of Esteghlal F.C.:

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Sponsorship

• Official shirt sponsors - Shahr
• Official shirt manufacturer - Majid
• Automobile partner -
• Technological partner - DibaIT
• Official Medical Supplier -
• Official Water - Damavand Mineral Water Co.

Shirt sponsors and manufacturers

Executive directors

Club officials

Board of directors (2007-2008)

President of the Physical Education Organization of IRI: Anthem SorÅ«d-e MellÄ«-e Īrān Â² Capital (and largest city) Tehran Official languages Persian Demonym Iranian Government Islamic Republic  -  Supreme Leader  -  President Unification  -  Unified by Cyrus the Great 559 BCE   -  Parthian (Arsacid) dynastic empire (first reunification) 248 BCE-224 CE   -  Sassanid dynastic empire 224–651 CE   -  Safavid dynasty...

• Mohammad Ali Abadi

Executive director:

• Ali Fatollahzadeh

Deputy Executive director:

• Bahram Amiri

Director of football team:

• Asghar Hajiloo

Board of directors:

• Khosro Daneshjoo (Chairman)
• Ali Fatollahzadeh
• Mansour Pourheidari
• Mohammad Saeed Nafariye
• Hamid Reza Olian

spokesman:
Hashem Saedi Mansour Pourheidari (Persian: , born in Tehran, Iran) is an Iranian football coach and former player. ...

Notes

2. Esteghlal at present season The 46 member Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is the governing body of football in Asia, excluding Cyprus and Israel but including Australia. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the AD/CE era in the 21st century. ... is the 57th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... This is a list of Esteghlal F.C.s results at the IPL 2007/08. ...

External links

Official

• (Persian) Official website

Fan sites

• (Persian) Abieteh - Esteghlal Fan Club website
• (Persian) esteghlal fc - Esteghlal Fan Club website