Kareem Bagheri: Some have told me that I am banned from working

After weeks of speculation, Kareem Bagheri, the coach of the Persepolis football team for several past seasons who has been sidelined for the upcoming season, stated in an interview that 'some' have informed him that he is 'banned from working.' Bagheri also mentioned, 'I do not have much information on this matter.' Recently, rumors have circulated that security agencies oppose Bagheri's continued collaboration with Persepolis. He is a well-known Iranian footballer who expressed his protests during last year's nationwide demonstrations through various social media posts. He has also supported his former teammate Ali Karimi multiple times. During the nationwide protests last year, Ali Karimi took clear stances against the Islamic Republic's government in support of the protesters. In recent weeks, reports of security agencies opposing the appointment of Javad Nekounam as the new head coach of Esteghlal football team have also emerged. Nekounam had posted several messages on social media in support of Ali Karimi during last year's protests. During his appointment as head coach of Esteghlal, Nekounam deleted related posts from his social media accounts and was ultimately appointed as the head coach. The imposition of restrictions on athletes who participated in the protests last year has intensified in recent months. Voria Ghafouri, the former captain of Esteghlal, is one of the current Iranian football players who faced restrictions and even arrest due to his critical stances on social and political issues, ultimately leading to his retirement from playing. Voria Ghafouri was not allowed to attend the stadium; the cheers of Esteghlal and Persepolis fans, the reaction of Kian Pirfalak's father to Persepolis's championship: colors do not matter, unity is important. The attack of notorious thugs on critical fans led to the suspension of Esteghlal's training. Voria Ghafouri's Instagram farewell: 'I was eager to say goodbye in normal conditions and at the stadium.' Reactions to Voria Ghafouri's farewell from football; Majid Tavakoli: He stood for Iran.