Foolad Khuzestan

Foolad Khuzestan Football Club (, Bāshgāh-e Futbāl-e Fulād-e Khuzestān) is an Iranian professional football club based in Ahvaz, Khuzestan, that plays in Persian Gulf Pro League. The club was founded in 1971 and is owned by Foolad Khuzestan Company.

The club has won Iran Pro League twice, including a championship in the lower division, Azadegan League. In the 2004–05 season, Foolad became the champion of the fourth newly founded Iran Pro League (IPL), gaining a total of 64 points over 30 league matches. After several seasons, Foolad lost many of its key players through transfers and internal problems and also displayed a poor performance in the 2006 AFC Champions League. The club was subsequently relegated to the Azadegan League, second highest division in Iran at the end of 2006–07. However, Foolad was able to return to the IPL starting from the next season, 2008–09 Iran Pro League. Foolad won its second championship in 2013–14 season. The club also won their first Hazfi Cup title in the 2020–21 season.

Foolad's home kit is red and yellow shirts, with the same color for shorts, accompanied by red socks. The colors used in clothing are derived from the symbol of the club.

Foolad Khuzestan Football Club, based in Ahvaz, Iran, is one of the prominent teams in the Iranian Pro League (Persian Gulf Pro League). Founded in 2003, the club has quickly established itself as a competitive force in Iranian football. The name "Foolad" translates to "Steel," reflecting the club's strong identity and connection to the steel industry, which is a significant part of the region's economy.

Foolad Khuzestan is known for its passionate fan base, who support the team fervently at their home ground, the Foolad Arena, which boasts a capacity of over 30,000 spectators. The club's colors are red and white, symbolizing strength and unity.

Over the years, Foolad Khuzestan has achieved notable success, including winning the Iranian Pro League title and competing in various continental tournaments, showcasing their talent on the Asian stage. The team is recognized for its commitment to developing local talent, often promoting young players from the region into the first team.

With a rich history and a strong community presence, Foolad Khuzestan continues to strive for excellence in Iranian football, aiming to build on its legacy and achieve further success in both domestic and international competitions.