No contract with Los Angeles Blues, Abedzadeh says

MNA – LOS ANGELES, Iran’s legendary keeper Ahmad-Reza Abedzadeh said on Sunday that he has not signed contract with U.S. football club Los Angeles Blues.

Abedzadeh, who is currently in the U.S. and attends Los Angeles Blues’ training sessions, plans to act as a goalkeeping coach for the majority of the 2011 season.

“Right now my focus is obviously on the Blues, but I will be going back frequently to Iran to keep up with the Iranian federation and fulfill their requirements. Currently, I don’t have an official contract there, but there are always talks about it and I’m already acting as an advisor,” Abedzadeh said.

Abedzadeh, who has played for Tehran giants Persepolis and Esteghlal, said he has traveled to Los Angeles to help his son to settle in the U.S. team. Amir has spent four years in England and is going to sign a contract with the Blues.

Abedzadeh played a key role in scrap against the U.S. in the 1998 World Cup when Iran beat its old foe 2-1 in France.

“FIFA creates the environment for two teams to play, and for us it was important to go in and get a result. I believe that applies to all athletes, whether they’re from Iran, the U.S. or any other country. At that level of play, you’re only focused on succeeding on the field. For me, it was ultimately about getting three points for the team and making the people of Iran happy,” the 44-year-old Iranian said.