Ali Danaeifard (Persian: علی دانایی‌فرد, 2 October 1921 – 5 November 1979) was an Iranian football player. He was first head coach of Esteghlal Tehran. Many people call him Father of Esteghlal.[2] His son Iraj Danaeifard also became a professional football player.[3][1]

Ali Danaeifard

Personal information
Full name	Ali Danaeifard
Date of birth	2 October 1921[1]
Place of birth	Tehran, Qajar Iran[1]
Date of death	5 November 1979 (aged 58)
Place of death	Tehran, Iran
Position(s)	Midfielder
Senior career*
Years	Team	Apps	(Gls)
1945 – 1950	Taj
Teams managed
1946–1969	Taj
1970–1973	Taj Women
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

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