Iran Star Ali Karimi Hits Back At Qatar Criticism

GOAL - Iran international striker Ali Karimi has hit back at some of the criticism he has received since joining Doha outfits Qatar SC from Bayern Munich.

Karimi, brought from Bayern Munich during the pre-season, failed to score in his side’s first three outings and has been accused of lacking enthusiasm.

The 2004 Asian Player of the Year spent two unsuccessful years with the German giants and has even threatened to leave his new club.

"“I don’t search for excuses here, but you just cannot judge any player after just three matches played with his new side,” a dismayed Karimi told daily Al-Raya on Wednesday.

“What’s happening in the media is just unfair, and the supporters are not making things any easier. This being said, I am ready to leave Qatar SC if the administration decides so, and won’t be asking for any indemnity.

"I am very serious about this point, as I personally am not ready to make money while failing to prove myself in this side,” he added.

As about the possible reaction of the club when hearing his statement, Karimi has this to say: “I don’t want to get the club administration embarrassed over this. I am just playing fair, the way I always did in my career. Still, I am fully committed to improve my overall performance, for the good sake of the squad,” he completed.