Malavan snatched a late 1-0 away win against Aluminium Arak in the Iran Pro League on December 26th, 2025. In an 18:00 kick-off, the match appeared to be heading for a draw until a dramatic finale. Both teams had chances to score, with Aluminium Arak hitting the post in the second half. The winning goal came in the 88th minute, as Malavan's substitute forward pounced on a loose ball in the box to fire home. The result was a huge relief for Malavan, providing them with three precious points in their battle at the bottom of the table. Aluminium Arak were left devastated after a performance that deserved at least a point. The Malavan coach hailed the impact of his substitutes in changing the game.