The final was a tightly contested affair, with both teams displaying skill and determination. Israel, the defending champions from the 1964 tournament, were a formidable opponent, and they took the lead through George Borba, silencing the home crowd. However, Iran's team, under the guidance of coach Mahmoud Bayati, showed remarkable resilience. The Iranians pressed forward, and their efforts were rewarded when Homayoun Behzadi scored an equalizer, reigniting the hopes of the fans and sending the stadium into a frenzy. The 1-1 scoreline at the end of regular time meant the match would go into extra time.
