Video by sadness.in_words
Video by sadness.in_words
🐅👑 Ali Daei: The Silent King of Asian Football
They said he only scored tap-ins.
They said he couldn't succeed at European clubs.
They said his era was over.
But his records speak a different language. A record no one could break (for decades).
Ali Daei wasn't just a striker; he was a symbol of a nation’s will and perseverance.
✅ The men's all-time international goal scorer record holder (109 goals until 2021).
✅ Played for Bayern Munich and featured in the Bundesliga.
✅ Captain of the Iranian National Team in the '98 and '06 World Cups.
✅ Asian Footballer of the Year.
He didn't seek applause.
He performed his duty; the duty of scoring in the most crucial moments.
🏔️ He now stands tall as a legend, yet his impact is felt by every generation of Iranian footballers.
He came from Ardabil.
He reached the peaks of world football.
And he placed the name of Iran on the global football map.
💬 Football in Iran is defined by Ali Daei. — A quote describing his stature.
You can forget all the arguments. But never forget the Shahriar (King).
❤️ If you still remember the pride of his goals, SAVE this to keep the legacy alive.