The 2008–09 Persian Gulf Cup (also known as Iran Pro League) was the 26th season of Iran's Football League and eighth season of Iran Pro League since its establishment in 2001. Persepolis were the defending champions. The season featured 15 teams from the 2007–08 Persian Gulf Cup and two new teams promoted from the 2007–08 Azadegan League: Payam Mashhad as champions and Foolad. Damash replaced Pegah. The league started on 4 August 2008 and ended on 26 April 2009. Esteghlal won the Pro League title for the second time in their history (total seventh Iranian title).

Teams

Below is the list of coaches who left their teams after the start of the season.

Foreign players

League standings

Results table

Last updated April 26, 2009

Player statistics

Top scorers

Last updated: 11 April 2009 Source: Iplstats.com

Cards

Matches played

Sponsorship

Team Shirt manufacturers

Attendances

Average home attendances

Highest attendances

Notes: Updated to games played on 26 April 2009. Source: iplstats.com