Juninho Piauiense scored the winner in the hour mark in the math held in Tehran’s Shahr-e Qods Stadium, according to Tehran Times.
UAE's Al Wasl also defeated Jordan's Al Wehdat 2-1 in another Group A match.
Esteghlal had lost to Al Wasl 7-1 in their opening match.
Esteghlal will host Al Wehdat at the Shahr-e Qods Stadium on Oct. 22, while Al Muharraq play at home against Al Wasl in the same day.
The head coach of Esteghlal Sapinto has come harsh criticism by the fans, especially after the giant Iranian team lost Al Wasl 7-1 in its last match at ACL Two debut.
MNA
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