Esteghlal Khuzestan edged past Fajr Sepasi with a narrow 1-0 victory in their Iran Pro League clash on February 13, 2026. A single goal proved decisive in a hard-fought match that saw the home side claim all three points to aid their position in the middle of the league table. The winning goal arrived in the second half following a period of sustained pressure from Esteghlal Khuzestan, who finally broke down a stubborn Fajr Sepasi defense with a headed effort from a corner. Fajr Sepasi tried to respond but found it difficult to create meaningful opportunities against a well-organized home team. The match result was a fair reflection of the balance of play, with Esteghlal Khuzestan showing slightly more ambition and quality in attack. This win provided a welcome boost for Esteghlal Khuzestan's campaign, while Fajr Sepasi was left to contemplate another match where they failed to score. The home manager praised his team's perseverance, and the visiting coach acknowledged his side's solid defensive structure but lamented their lack of attacking threat.