Preview: "Esteglal" vs. "Paktakor"

In the 5th round of the Elite Champions League, "Pahktakor" will face the Iranian team "Esteghlal" on November 25 in Dubai.

The "Lions" last played against this team in the group stage in 2011. Back then, "Esteghlal" won 4:2 in Tehran, while "Pahktakor" secured a victory of 2:1 in Tashkent. In 2020, during the Round of 16 in Doha, "Pahktakor" triumphed with a score of 2:1. "Esteghlal" has clinched the Iranian championship title 9 times and has won the Iran Cup 7 times.

The team last claimed the championship in 2022. Since that year, they have been led by South African coach Pitso Mosimane. Our former player Jaloliddin Masharipov is currently part of this team.

Due to suspension, the opponent will be missing Ruzbeh Cheshmi for the match.

The clash in the 5th round of the Elite Champions League between "Esteghlal" and "Pahktakor" will take place on Monday, November 25. The match will be held in Dubai at the "Al Rashid" stadium and is set to kick off at 21:00 Tashkent time.