Iran Pro League 09/15 15:15 3 [4] Saipa Karadj v Nassaji Mazandaran [3] L 4-3
Iran Pro League 08/30 15:30 2 [8] Nassaji Mazandaran v Paykan [15] W 4-3
Iran Pro League 08/22 15:15 1 Gol Gohar v Nassaji Mazandaran D 1-1
World Club Friendlies 07/29 14:13 - Nassaji Mazandaran v Gol Gohar W 1-0
World Club Friendlies 07/22 14:04 - Mes Kerman v Nassaji Mazandaran D 1-1
Iran Pro League 05/16 17:00 30 [11] Nassaji Mazandaran v Paykan [9] W 2-0
Iran Pro League 05/11 17:00 29 [15] Sepidrood Rasht v Nassaji Mazandaran [11] W 1-3
Iran Pro League 05/03 12:30 28 [11] Nassaji Mazandaran v Sanat Naft Abadan [10] L 1-2
Iran Pro League 04/25 13:00 27 [16] Esteghlal Khuzestan v Nassaji Mazandaran [10] D 1-1
Iran Pro League 04/19 11:30 26 [11] Nassaji Mazandaran v Padideh Khorasan [5] W 1-0
Iran Pro League 04/11 13:30 25 [9] Machine Sazi Tabriz v Nassaji Mazandaran [11] D 0-0
Iran Pro League 04/05 13:15 24 [12] Nassaji Mazandaran v Sepahan [3] D 0-0
Iran Pro League 03/28 13:15 23 [6] Saipa Karadj v Nassaji Mazandaran [11] D 0-0
Iran Pro League 03/16 15:30 22 [4] Esteghlal Tehran v Nassaji Mazandaran [10] L 1-0
Iran Pro League 03/08 12:30 21 [10] Nassaji Mazandaran v Persepolis [1] D 1-1
Iran Pro League 03/01 13:00 20 [13] Naft Mased Soleiman v Nassaji Mazandaran [9] D 2-2
Iran Pro League 02/22 12:00 19 [10] Nassaji Mazandaran v Foolad Khuzestan [6] W 2-0
Iran Pro League 02/16 12:00 18 [7] Pars Jonoubi Jam v Nassaji Mazandaran [9] L 3-1
Iran Pro League 02/10 13:30 17 [10] Nassaji Mazandaran v Tractor Sazi [4] D 1-1
Iran Pro League 02/05 14:45 16 [14] Zob Ahan v Nassaji Mazandaran [11] D 0-0
Iran Pro League 12/06 11:45 15 [8] Paykan v Nassaji Mazandaran [12] W 0-1
Iran Pro League 11/29 11:30 14 [12] Nassaji Mazandaran v Sepidrood Rasht [15] D 2-2
Iran Pro League 11/23 13:10 13 [10] Sanat Naft Abadan v Nassaji Mazandaran [12] D 1-1
Iran Pro League 11/09 11:30 12 [14] Nassaji Mazandaran v Esteghlal Khuzestan [13] W 2-0
Iran Pro League 11/02 12:30 11 [1] Padideh Khorasan v Nassaji Mazandaran [14] L 3-0
Iran Pro League 10/25 13:00 10 [14] Nassaji Mazandaran v Machine Sazi Tabriz [11] D 0-0
Iran Pro League 10/19 13:15 9 [2] Sepahan v Nassaji Mazandaran [13] L 3-2
Iran Cup 10/05 14:45 4 Sepahan v Nassaji Mazandaran L 5-4
Iran Pro League 09/28 14:45 8 [13] Nassaji Mazandaran v Saipa Karadj [4] D 1-1
Iran Pro League 09/22 16:00 7 [14] Nassaji Mazandaran v Esteghlal Tehran [11] D 0-0

Nassaji Mazandaran Football Club (Persian: باشگاه فوتبال نساجی مازندران, Bāšgāh-e Futbāl-e Nassāji-ye Māzandarān) is an Iranian football club based in Qaem Shahr, Mazandaran. They currently compete in the Persian Gulf Pro League.

Nassaji has one of the highest average attendances in Iran. Nassaji is also the oldest club from the Caspian region of Iran and one of the oldest in all of Iran. One of the most important honors of Nassaji Mazandaran is a championship title in Iranian Hazfi Cup and a runner-up title in Iranian Super Cup.

History

Establishment

Nassaji lineup in 1959, which is considered the first lineup of this team.

Nassaji Mazandaran Company established the club in Qaem Shahr in 1959. In 1986, the team won the 1986 Pakistan President's Gold Cup in Pakistan, the tournament including selected teams from China, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, and Nader Dastneshan was named the tournament's top scorer. Nassaji entered the Qods Cup in 1988 and soon after they entered the top division Azadegan League in 1991 and remained a strong competitor in that division until 1995.

Recent years

Nassaji stayed in 2nd division until 2001 and when Iranian Football Federation decided to start a professional league, the Azadegan league became the second highest league in Iran. In 2004 Nassaji was relegated to 2nd Division but they were promoted back to the Azadegan League at the end of the 2005–06 season. On 3 August 2006 Nasser Hejazi signed as head-coach of Nassaji on a one-year deal for the 2006–07 season.

In the 2013–14 season, Nassaji had their closest call with promotion to the Persian Gulf Pro League since their relegation from the top flight in 1995, the team finished third in Group A which was one place out of a promotion play-off spot. The following season Nassaji again finished third and was two points out of a promotion play-off spot.

Persian Gulf Pro League

Nassaji team in League 2018-19
Nassaji team Supported fans

On 29 April 2018, after a win against Rah Ahan, Nassaji finished in second place in the Azadegan League and were promoted to the Persian Gulf Pro League for the first time.

AFC Champions League debut

On 27 October 2022, Nassaji won the 2021–22 Hazfi Cup cup which see them qualified to their first ever AFC Champions League appearance. On 18 September 2023 in their debut 2023–24 AFC Champions League group stage fixtures, Nassaji won 2–0 against Mumbai City of India with goals coming from Ehsan Hosseini and Mohammad Reza Azadi.

Nassaji Mazandaran Football Club, based in the picturesque province of Mazandaran in northern Iran, is a prominent team in the Iranian football landscape. Founded in 1962, the club has a rich history and a passionate fan base that supports it through thick and thin. Known for its distinctive red and white colors, Nassaji plays its home matches at the historic Takhti Stadium in the city of Babolsar, which boasts a vibrant atmosphere filled with enthusiastic supporters.

The team has made significant strides in Iranian football, competing in the Persian Gulf Pro League, the top tier of Iranian football. Nassaji Mazandaran is recognized for its commitment to developing local talent and fostering a strong community spirit. The club's name, "Nassaji," translates to "the one who brings joy," reflecting its mission to uplift the spirits of its fans through the beautiful game.

Over the years, Nassaji has built a reputation for its competitive spirit and resilience on the pitch, often challenging some of the league's top teams. The club's colors symbolize its pride and determination, while its emblem represents the rich cultural heritage of the Mazandaran region. With a focus on teamwork, skill, and sportsmanship, Nassaji Mazandaran continues to strive for success, aiming to leave a lasting legacy in Iranian football.