A Journey from Star Player to Coach

Nikbakht’s career also saw him play for clubs like Al-Wasl (UAE), Steel Azin, Saba Qom, Paykan, Damash Gilan, and Khoneh Be Khoneh. Notably, he joined Steel Azin in 2009, signing an 18-month contract . He later returned to Esteghlal in 2013, marking a second stint at the club .

Nikbakht earned 72 caps for the national team between 2000 and 2008, scoring 14 goals. He was part of the squad that won the 2002 Asian Games and the 2004 West Asian Football Federation Championship . His international debut was marked by a goal against Guam in a World Cup qualifying match in 2000 .

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