Zob Ahan Isfahan FC is a professional football club based in Isfahan, Iran, competing in the Persian Gulf Pro League, the top tier of Iranian football. The club, whose name means "Steel Mill," is owned by the Isfahan Steel Company and plays its home matches at the Foolad Shahr Stadium. Founded in 1969, the team's traditional colors are blue and white. Zob Ahan was established as an industrial works team and gradually rose to become a consistent force in Iranian football. The club's peak era arrived in the late 2000s and early 2010s, a period defined by remarkable consistency and cup success. They were runners-up in the AFC Champions League in 2010, a historic achievement for the club, and have won the Hazfi Cup multiple times. That successful team was built on a solid defensive structure and key players like midfielder Moharram Navidkia. In recent seasons, Zob Ahan has remained a stable Pro League side, often finishing in the top half and continuing to be a difficult opponent for any team. The fans are known for their loyal and vocal support, creating a vibrant atmosphere in Isfahan. Zob Ahan Isfahan is a respected club with a proud history of challenging Iran's traditional giants.