Alireza Beiranvand
Iran's first-choice goalkeeper and the standout performer of the Belgium match, whose saves kept Iran level with ten men on the pitch.
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Can Beiranvand keep Iran's clean-sheet run going into the knockout stage?
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Made saves to keep De Bruyne and Tielemans out in second half
2026 FIFA World Cup: Iran hold Belgium and take the point homeBackground
Alireza Beiranvand was the standout player of Iran's 0-0 draw with Belgium on 21 June 2026, producing a series of crucial saves that denied Kevin De Bruyne and Youri Tielemans and earned Iran a point in Group H.
Beiranvand is Iran's first-choice goalkeeper and one of the most experienced keepers in Asian football. He has been a fixture for the Iranian national side across multiple World Cup cycles, known for his commanding presence and shot-stopping ability.
The Belgium clean sheet raises Beiranvand's profile as one of the best goalkeepers at the 2026 tournament. Iran's defensive solidity against a Belgium side containing world-class attackers signals a competitive group campaign.
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