Nassaji Mazandaran edged past FC Fard 1-0 in a tightly contested Iran Azadegan League fixture on 12 July 2026, securing a vital away victory that keeps their promotion hopes alive. The solitary goal came in the second half, punishing a stubborn home side that had held firm for the opening 45 minutes.

Match Overview

Playing at their home ground, FC Fard aimed to build on recent positive form, but Nassaji Mazandaran—a club with top-flight experience—proved too organised. The visitors controlled possession without creating clear-cut chances in the first half, as the home defence, marshalled by veteran centre‑back Reza Karimi, absorbed pressure well.

The breakthrough arrived in the 67th minute. A quick counter‑attack saw Nassaji’s winger, Mohammad Rezaei, cut inside from the left and unleash a low drive that deflected off a defender and nestled into the far corner. FC Fard goalkeeper Amir Hosseini got a hand to it, but the slight deflection proved decisive.

Key Moments

• 14’ – FC Fard’s best chance: a header from a corner that sailed just over the bar.
• 67’ – Goal: Mohammad Rezaei (Nassaji Mazandaran) – 0-1.
• 82’ – FC Fard’s Ali Ghasemi was sent off for a second yellow card after a reckless challenge, leaving the home side a man down for the final minutes.
• 90+3’ – Nassaji keeper Mehdi Sadeghi made a sharp save to deny a last‑gasp equaliser from a free‑kick.

Standout Performers

Nassaji’s match‑winner Mohammad Rezaei was a constant threat on the flank and took his goal with composure. Midfielder Ali Alipour controlled the tempo, completing over 85% of his passes. For FC Fard, centre‑back Reza Karimi was outstanding before the red card disrupted their structure.

Table Impact

With this win, Nassaji Mazandaran move into the top four of the Azadegan League standings, keeping pace with the promotion‑chasing pack. FC Fard remain in mid‑table, now four points adrift of the playoff spots. The result also extends Nassaji’s unbeaten run to five matches, underlining their credentials as a serious contender for promotion to the Persian Gulf Pro League.