TEHRAN (Tasnim) Iran Professional League (IPL) leader Esteghlal of Tehran was held to a goalless draw by Tractor Sazi of Tabriz.
On Sunday, Tractor Sazi met Esteghlal in Tabriz under management of Amir Ghalenoei.
Ghalenoei replaced Portuguese coach Toni last week.
Elsewhere, rock bottom Foolad suffered a 2-1 home defeat to Naft, Saba defeated Malavan 1-0, pummeled struggling Esteghlal Ahvaz 4-1 and Sepahan drew 0-0 with Rah Ahan.