Alireza Beiranvand
Tractor SaziGK
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Sep 21, 1992 (33)
Right
6'4"
185 lb
Saves six in 2-2 draw
Beiranvand made six saves in Monday's 2-2 draw with New Zealand.
Analysis: Beiranvand had a busy night in Iran's 2026 FIFA World Cup Group G opener. New Zealand generated eight shots on target, forcing Beiranvand into six saves as Iran twice came from behind to earn a point. He made several important stops that kept Iran within reach before goals from Ramin Rezaeian and Mohammad Mohebi secured the draw. Iran's next opponent is Belgium on Sunday, June 21. After the opening round, Iran, Belgium, Egypt, and New Zealand all sit on one point following two draws, making the Belgium game especially important for Iran's hopes of reaching the knockout stage.
Back as top goalkeeper
Beiranvand is back for his third World Cup as Iran's top choice in net.
Analysis: Beiranvand has allowed just three total goals in the last two World Cup's across five games, but that hasn't been enough for significant runs in the competition. The goalkeeper has consistently performed exceptionally at the World Cup and with a defensive team in front of him he could repeat those performances. Iran have had a disjointed ramp up to the World Cup due to the current political climate, so there's a chance they come in out of sorts and without their usually rigid shape. If nothing else, Beiranvand is a competent back stop behind a defensively stout unit.
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