Tractor FC Al Wahda Play 0-0 in AFC Champions League Tie

Iran’s Tractor FC and the United Arab Emirates’ Al Wahda FC battled to a goalless draw in their AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 match on Monday at the Yadegar-E-Imam Stadium in Tabriz.

The Group Stage tie was lively despite the lack of goals, with both teams creating several chances but failing to convert. The result leaves Al Wahda with four points after two games, while Tractor sits on two points.

Al Wahda Start Strong

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Al Wahda, the visitors, took control of the match from the opening whistle, enjoying early possession. However, Tractor soon found its rhythm and began to test its opponents’ defense. Croatian forward Tomislav Strkalj had the first real chance in the 11th minute, but his effort was denied. Just two minutes later, Al Wahda goalkeeper Mohamed Alshamsi reacted quickly to gather a dangerous cross from Danial Esmaelifar.

Both teams continued to exchange attacks throughout the first half, but defenses on both sides held firm.

Second Half Stalemate

After the break, the game remained competitive with Tractor pushing forward in search of a winner. Al Wahda relied on quick counterattacks, but neither side could find the breakthrough. The match ended with both clubs having to settle for a single point each.

Group Updates

Elsewhere in the competition, Qatar’s Al Gharafa defeated Iraq’s Al Shorta 2-0 at Khalifa Stadium in Doha. The victory gave Al Gharafa their first three points of the campaign, while Al Shorta remains on just one point.

In Uzbekistan, Saudi giants Al Hilal edged past Nasaf in a thrilling 3-2 contest at the Nasaf Central Stadium. The win strengthened Al Hilal’s position at the top of their group with six points from two matches. Nasaf, meanwhile, is still without a point.

The draw keeps the group standings tight, with all teams still fighting for a place in the knockout stages. Tractor will aim to secure their first win in the coming fixtures, while Al Wahda looks to build on their steady start.