Shamal 0, Tractor SC 0

TABRIZ (Interstat) — Tractor SC and Shamal played to a 0-0 draw Monday at Yadegar-e-Imam Stadium, leaving both clubs with a single draw from their opening match in the competition. Tractor SC held more of the ball and spent long stretches working the ball around the Shamal penalty area, but the home side could not find a way through. Shamal defended in numbers, kept its lines compact and closed down space quickly whenever Tractor SC moved into the final third. The visitors looked to counter when they won possession, though clear chances were scarce at both ends. The match remained… Read more...