Bahman Salehnia (born March 11, 1939 in Bandar-e Anzali, Iran) is an Iranian football coach. He is currently head-coach of Esteghlal Anzali. He founded Malavan Sport and Cultural Club and was the manager of its football team for many years. He has won Hazfi Cup on three times with Malavan. Many people call him Father of Malavan. Career Malavan (1968-1997) Iran (1974) (Assist) Chooka Talesh F.C. (1997-2000) Malavan (2002-2004) Esteghlal Anzali (2004-) External links Salehnia's Biography at Malavan official website Iranian football managers People from Bandar-e Anzali 1939 births Living people Iran national under-20 football team managers Sportspeople from Gilan province Malavan F.C. managers