In early 2011, Iranian footballer Ali Karimi, who appeared in 112 international matches, signed by the popular German soccer team FC Schalke 04th
Put the number 10 for his new team, Karimi's contract will keep him at Schalke until the end of the current campaign.
It is not a newcomer in the Bundesliga, Karimi, made 33 appearances in the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich, scoring three goals and win the Bundesliga title and German Cup in 2006.
Iranian midfielder career includes the roles of the following teams: FC Fath (Iran/1996-1998) Persepolis FC (Iran/1998-2001), Al-Ahli Club (United Arab Emirates/2001-2005) Bayern Munich (2005 - 2007), Qatar SC (Qatar/2007-2008) Persepolis FC (Iran/2008-2009) and Steel Azin FC (Iran/2009-2010).
Winner of the Iranian national title in 1999 and 2000, Iran's Cup in 1999, the United Arab Emirates Cup in 2002 and 2004, and voted Footballer of the Year in Asia 2004, the football star also made two appearances in the 2006 Football in Iran German World.
