Gucci retires from TM

[Bagg10]

https://www.instagram.com/p/BkiqRdlg...d=yhnv3ehkk7qv

[CHaMiLLionaire]

Gucci retires from TM

https://www.instagram.com/p/BkiqRdlg...en-by=rgucci16
Just posted his retirement on his instagram.

Main points:

- It was an honor to wear TM shirt for 6 years. It was a dream come true.
- Many of you asked why I didn't play in the WC, unfortunately I do not have the answer and sometimes thing should be left unanswered.
- While I continue to love TM, my brain and character cannot allow me to hold the responsibility of this shirt anymore. I have made a decision to retire my shirt from the national team. Thank you to coaches, teammates and fans.


I think he is acting a bit emotionally after not seeing playing time in the WC. However by the same token, if this is the last time we see him in a TM shirt, then no one will forget his goals against Lebanon, Qatar and SK in 2014 that sent us to the WC after missing out on 2010. Merci Gucci!

[Nokhodi]

He should rethink it.
His wife also posted something a few days ago basically complaining about why Gucci didn't play.

However, thank you Gucci! You took us to World Cup 2014. You'll always be remembered fondly.

[iranghahreman]

We may think that he is young since he basically just started playing for TM. But he is almost 31 years old now and we have multiple strikers who are 4-5 years younger than him. Decision makes sense, he probably wants to focus on his family and not travel from Europe to Iran for TM.

[RaginG Inferno]

I am very grateful for his vital contributions over the last six years.

I don't blame him for his disappointment at failing to feature in Russia, as any player with confidence and a winning mentality would feel the same.

Classy guy.

[shahin2000]

Carlos has some explaining to do. He would have been a perfect sub in the Portugal match with his speed. Now if he and Ashkan were not fit then why the hell do you invite them to TM to begin with?

[Mr Pouya]

😢😭 goodbye

[Leicester City]

He should come to the MLS!!!

[Iranianarsenal11]

Hopefully he receives a retirement friendly to tribute what hes done for Team Melli..

One of my favorite players of all time for Iran!

[Keano]

Real sad. I love the man, he is class-act and such a great opportunist in front of the goal. I wish he was utilized for at least 10-15 minutes in one of the matches. He still has easy another 4 years of good footballing years. Truly hope he re-thinks, but knowing CQ even if Ghoochi changes his mind, I doubt CQ will re-invite him

[CHaMiLLionaire]

He should come to the MLS!!!

What does national team retirement have to do with his club? His club status is secure.

[metallica69]

I think he deserved the last 15 minutes in the Portugal game

[Leicester City]

What does national team retirement have to do with his club? His club status is secure.

Where did I mention his team retirement has anything to do with his club? Are you seeing things?

His club status isn’t secure btw.

[iraniiii]

Man this sad news!!! He is one of my favorite players on the team. CQ should have played him. Heart breaking to see him leave like this! Hopefully he will change his mind but if not i can understand him.

[OFFSIDE_1]

One of the most efficient and opportunistic forwards we've ever had. We owe him big gratitude for getting the golden goal against S. Korea.

This is a good move for him. He needs to focus on his club play, because his years as a professional player is coming to an end. Better to make as much money as he can in the next few years.