Sanat-Naft secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Mes Kerman in the Iran Azadegan League on July 12, 2026. The home team’s early goal held up as they defended valiantly against a spirited Mes Kerman side.

Match Highlights

The match began at a high tempo, with Sanat-Naft pressing aggressively from the first whistle. Their efforts paid off in the 12th minute when a corner kick was met by a powerful header that flew into the net. The goal lifted the home crowd, but Mes Kerman responded well, creating several half-chances before halftime.

The second half saw Mes Kerman dominate possession, pushing forward in search of an equaliser. Sanat-Naft’s goalkeeper was called into action multiple times, making two excellent saves to preserve the lead. The visitors had a strong penalty claim waved away in the 78th minute, which sparked heated protests from the Mes Kerman bench.

Despite heavy pressure in the final ten minutes, Sanat-Naft held on for a crucial win. The three points move them closer to the top half of the Azadegan standings, while Mes Kerman remain entrenched in the relegation battle.

Player of the Match

Sanat-Naft’s central defender was immense, winning aerial duels and making crucial clearances. But it was the goalkeeper who stole the show with a man-of-the-match display, keeping a clean sheet that proved decisive.