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“When I played in Europe, wherever I played, players knew in advance about their schedule, when was the time to practice, to play and to rest.”
“I knew that Karimi would not come to the national team but invited him to show that I have no problem with anybody.”
“Playing in Europe has been very good for our players in making progress and if more come here then I think it will help Iranian football.”
“I was so proud when I wore the international strip for the first time - I couldn't swap that feeling with anything.”
“I sincerely hope that Cristiano Ronaldo will reach my goal record for the national team.”
“I'm quite confident Sardar can make a move from Russia to a top level club.”
“The World Cup is every footballer's dream.”
“I'm happy with the memories of Germany - I lived and played there for five years, and made lots of good friends.”
“You have to help a team in times of crisis.”
“In my opinion taking charge of a well-prepared team is not a big job.”
“Iran has been strong in individual sports like wrestling, judo and weightlifting, but we have never excelled at team sports.”
“Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the best players not only of his time, but of all time. He is an absolute phenomenon.”
“Each player has to dedicate himself to serve his motherland.”
“I think I would play well in England. With my height I am suited to the long ball and with the kind of crosses they put in, in England I think it would be better for me to play there.”
“I have a lot of respect for Ali Karimi and appreciate his football but we cannot get desired results with big names. It won't work.”
“If it were up to me I'd rather sign up the best and most deserving players, since we have to make our fans happy.”
“I used to leave home without my football uniform and my mother would smuggle it out for me so that I could play.”
“I think football gave Iranians a reason to once again think about their country.”
“In every family, you would have differences of opinions.”
“I don't like to talk about myself, but I can say that Sardar is a big player, along with someone like Karim Ansarifard.”