According to Mehr News Agency, Esteghlal Club honored the performance of Javad Nekonam’s students by publishing a notice. The text of this statement reads:
“Although winning and losing give meaning to sports competition, sometimes the result is just a number, and some losses are not a source of shame. Esteghlal lost to Sepahan tonight in Isfahan, but played with zeal, prejudice and honor. For this zealous game, we appreciate the members of the technical staff and all the players and the support and executive staff of the team who gave their lives in Isfahan.
“Definitely, in the coming days, according to Javad Nekonam, this zealous team will be technically strengthened to be better and more responsive to the support and love of the fans, although the fans also became more hopeful for this noble and fanatical team with its lively performance in Isfahan.”
According to Mehr reporter, Esteghlal Club made a statement while this team suffered a 1-0 defeat against Isfahani in the match against Sepahan.