Malavan claimed a valuable 1-0 away victory over Aluminium Arak in the Iran Pro League on December 26, 2025. The match, which began at 18:00 local time, was a tight defensive affair decided by a single moment of quality from the visiting side. Both teams canceled each other out for large periods, with few clear-cut chances created in the first half. The decisive goal came just after the hour mark, as a Malavan midfielder unleashed a powerful shot from outside the box that flew into the top corner. Aluminium Arak pushed for an equalizer in the final twenty minutes, but they struggled to break down a well-drilled Malavan defense that held firm to secure a clean sheet. This result provides a significant boost for Malavan's hopes of a top-half finish, while Aluminium Arak will be frustrated by their lack of cutting edge in the final third.