Shams Azar Qazvin and Esteghlal Khozestan played to a 0-0 draw in the Iran Pro League on January 18, 2026. The match at Sardar Azadegan Stadium was a closely contested affair with both teams canceling each other out in midfield, resulting in a point apiece. Neither side managed to create many clear opportunities, with the defenses largely on top throughout the ninety minutes. The best chance of the game fell to Shams Azar in the second half, but their forward's header was well saved by the Esteghlal Khozestan goalkeeper. A point was a fair reflection of the balance of play, though it did little to ignite either team's campaign. The result left both clubs in the lower half of the league table, still searching for the consistency needed to climb the standings. Both coaches agreed it was a game of few chances and high intensity.