Ali Daei is a retired Iranian footballer, widely regarded as one of the greatest strikers in the history of the sport. Born on March 21, 1969, in Ardabil, Iran, he is best known for his impressive goal-scoring record and his height, standing at 6 feet 4 inches. Daei played for several clubs, including Persepolis and Bayern Munich, and had a successful international career with the Iran national team. Daei holds the record for the most international goals scored by a male player, with 109 goals in 149 appearances. He played in two FIFA World Cups, in 1998 and 2006, and was a key figure in promoting football in Iran. After retiring from professional play, Daei transitioned into coaching and has contributed to the development of football in his home country.