Chadormalu SC and Kheybar Khorramabad played out an entertaining 2-2 draw in the Iran Pro League on October 9, 2026, with both sides taking a point from a back-and-forth contest.
The match produced four goals, several momentum swings, and a late equalizer that left both teams with mixed emotions. Chadormalu will feel they should have held on after taking the lead, while Kheybar will be pleased with their resilience away from home.
Match Overview
Chadormalu began the game with purpose and dominated possession in the opening 20 minutes. They were rewarded with the first goal and looked comfortable for much of the first half. However, Kheybar grew into the match and equalized before the break with a well-executed counterattack.
The second half was more open. Kheybar took the lead for the first time after a defensive mistake, but Chadormalu responded strongly and levelled late on. Neither side could find a winner in the closing stages, and the points were shared.
Key Moments
- 23rd minute: Chadormalu took the lead with a composed finish after sustained pressure.
- 41st minute: Kheybar Khorramabad equalized on the break, finishing low past the goalkeeper.
- 58th minute: Kheybar went ahead after capitalizing on a loose ball in the box.
- 81st minute: Chadormalu found the equalizer with a header from a deep cross.
Both teams had chances to win it in the final ten minutes, but a combination of brave defending and wasteful finishing kept the score level.
Tactical Story
Chadormalu favoured a patient build-up and looked to overload the central areas. Their full-backs pushed high, creating crossing opportunities, which eventually led to their late goal. However, the aggressive positioning left them exposed to Kheybar’s quick transitions.
Kheybar Khorramabad sat in a compact mid-block and attacked with direct passes into the channels. Their front two worked tirelessly, and their equalizer came from exactly that pattern. Defensively, they rode their luck at times but showed character to recover from conceding first.
Standout Players
Chadormalu’s striker was their main threat, scoring once and holding the ball up well. The right winger delivered the assist for the late equalizer with a pinpoint cross. For Kheybar, their attacking midfielder was influential, driving forward on every counter and scoring the second goal. Both goalkeepers made important saves to keep the score at 2-2.
Table and Season Impact
The draw keeps both sides in the middle section of the Iran Pro League table, with Chadormalu missing a chance to climb further and Kheybar earning a useful away point. With the season still developing, both teams will view this as a fixture that could prove valuable in the race for a stronger finishing position.

