Daei’s journey to football stardom began with his hometown club, Esteghlal Ardabil, where he showcased his talent and caught the attention of scouts and coaches. He later moved to Capital, joining Taxirani F.C. before eventually finding success with Bank Tejarat FC, where he scored an impressive 49 goals in 75 games.Daei’s meteoric rise to prominence came with his move to Persepolis, one of Capital’s leading clubs. His exceptional performance on the field, coupled with his goal-scoring ability, earned him recognition and acclaim both domestically and internationally. Daei’s success with Persepolis paved the way for a move to the Bundesliga, where he joined Arminia Bielefeld in 1997.