Naeim Saadavi

Naeim Sadavi
Personal information
Full name	Naeim Sadavi Saad
Date of birth	16 June 1969 (age 55)
Place of birth	Ahvaz, Iran
Height	1.78 m (5 ft 10 in)
Position(s)	Defender
Team information
Current team	Foolad (technical manager)
Senior career*
Years	Team
1994–1995	Bahman
1995–1999	Persepolis
1999–2004	Foolad
International career
1996–1998	Iran
Managerial career
2005	Sanat Naft
2005–2007	Shahin Bushehr
2007	Iran U23 (assistant)
2008–2009	Persepolis (assistant)
2009–2016	Foolad (assistant)
2016–2017	Foolad
	*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Naeim Saadavi Saad (Persian: نعیم سعدوی‎; born June 16, 1969) is an Iranian former professional footballer and coach. A central defender, he represented the Iran national team at the 1998 FIFA World Cup and later transitioned into coaching, managing clubs including Foolad FC and Persepolis FC. Wikipedia

Early Life and Playing Career Born in Ahvaz, Iran, Saadavi began his football career at local club Bahman. He later joined Persepolis FC, one of Iran's most prominent clubs, where he played from 1995 to 1999. In 1999, he transferred to Foolad FC, contributing to the team's successes until his retirement from professional play. Wikipedia +1 old.socceramerica.com +1

International Career Saadavi earned 26 caps and scored one goal for the Iran national team between 1996 and 1998. He was part of the squad that competed in the 1998 FIFA World Cup held in France. During the tournament, Iran was placed in Group F alongside Germany, the United States, and Yugoslavia. Saadavi featured in Iran's matches against Germany and the United States . persianfootball.com

Coaching Career After retiring from playing, Saadavi pursued a career in coaching. He began as an assistant coach at Persepolis FC and later held the same position at Foolad FC. In 2016, he was appointed head coach of Foolad FC, signing a one-year contract with the club . Wikipedia +1 Tasnim News +1

In May 2017, Saadavi was replaced by Sirous Pourmousavi as head coach of Foolad Khuzestan FC . Following this, he continued his involvement in football through various roles, including technical management at Foolad FC. persianfootball.com

Personal Life Saadavi is known for his commitment to Iranian football both on and off the field. His transition from a respected player to a coach reflects his deep understanding of the game and dedication to developing football talent in Iran.

References "Naeim Saadavi." Wikipedia, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naeim_Saadavi. "FIFA World Cup 1998 – Team Melli." Team Melli, www.teammelli.com/competetions/fifa-world-cup/fifa-world-cup-1998-squad-2/. "Pourmousavi named Foolad Khuzestan coach." PersianFootball.com, www.persianfootball.com/news/2017/05/26/pourmousavi-named-foolad-khuzestan-coach/. Team Melli persianfootball.com +1 Tasnim News +1 This article provides an overview of Naeim Saadavi Saad's football career, highlighting his contributions as a player and coach in Iranian football.

Career statistics

Scores and results list Iran's goal tally first.

#	Date	Venue	Opponent	Score	Result	Competition
1	8 December 1996	Dubai, United Arab Emirates	Thailand	1–0	3–1	1996 AFC Asian Cup

Managerial statistics

As of 4 May 2017

Team	From	To	Record
Team	From	To	G	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-	Win %
Foolad	June 2016	May 2017	32	9	15	8	33	34	−1	028.13
Total			32	9	15	8	33	34	−1	028.13

References

External links

Naeim Saadavi at National-Football-Teams.com

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