May 18 (Reuters) - Iran's Naft Tehran will attempt to pick themselves up from the disappointment of just missing out on a first Persian Gulf Pro League title when they host Saudis Al-Ahli in the last 16 of the AFC Champions League this week.
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Naft finished on the wrong side of one of the most exciting title races in the Iranian league on Friday after they fought back with two late goals to draw 3-3 with Tractor Sazi in a final day clash between the top two.