WATCH: Pitso Mosimane's Esteghlal let lead slip at Aluminium Arak but unbeaten run in Iranian Persian Gulf Pro League continues

Pitso Mosimane and his side played to a 1-1 draw against Aluminium Arak in the Persian Gulf Pro League round 13 match, which was played at Imam Khomeini on Friday afternoon.

Jaloliddin Masharipov converted a penalty to put his side ahead, but their hosts equalized through Amin Kazemian in the 63rd minute.

Pitso Mosimane’s side is still in 8th place after securing a point in this away game.

Despite scoring first, Esteghlal could not hold onto their lead.

The match reflected a competitive contest, and Esteghlal showed resilience.

With seven unbeaten games under their belt, they remain competitive in the league. However, their draw did little to improve their position in the standings.

Pitso Mosimane’s Esteghlal team has managed to avoid defeat for seven consecutive games including a four-match unbeaten run in the Persian Gulf Pro League. This unbeaten run is crucial as they build momentum in the league.

Their steady performances indicate that Mosimane's tactics are starting to take shape. However, they still need more consistency to rise higher in the table. He will focus on improving his squad's attacking efficiency to close the gap between them and higher-ranked teams.

Esteghlal face Chadormalu in their final league clash of the year. Their opponents are just two points ahead, with both teams having played the same number of games.

Mosimane will aim for three points to end the year on a high note. This match represents a key opportunity to move closer to the top positions in the league standings. The upcoming game is important to sustain their unbeaten run and stay competitive in the second half of the season.