Iranian media and politicians accuse the former captain of the national team Ali Karimi, who is the nickname “Asian Marandonna”, in inciting protests due to posts on social networks. Foreign media write about this.
The Karimi living in Dubai was criticized for his posts on social networks. He condemned the murder of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, who died after the police detained, and also supported the protesters, especially women, urging the army to prevent the “shedding of innocent blood.”
“Do not be afraid of strong women. Maybe the day will come when they will become your only army,” wrote Karimi on Twitter.