The Record Holder's Stand: Why a Sporting Icon Became a Moral Compass

The true test of his character came during the widespread social and political unrest that gripped Iran in 2022. During this pivotal moment in contemporary Iranian history, Ali Daei made a definitive and courageous stand. He used his immense social capital and international fame to speak out forcefully against the state's handling of the situation and the violent suppression of protests, demanding respect for the fundamental rights of his fellow citizens, particularly women and youth.