1 Alireza Beiranvand
Alireza Beiranvand, 1992-09-21, Goalkeeper for IR Iran, plays for Persepolis. 55 international caps, 0 goals. Part of IR Iran's 2026 World Cup Group G squad.
Biography
Iran's goalkeeper famous for his extraordinary long throws. Currently plying his trade at Persepolis, a commanding presence between the posts, Alireza Beiranvand is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for IR Iran. Has earned 55 international caps, making him one of the most experienced goalkeepers in the squad. Set to compete with IR Iran at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
Career Timeline
Beiranvand represented Iran internationally at the AFC Asian Cup in 2015, 2019 and 2023, and at the FIFA World Cup in 2018 and 2022.
He has been the best goalkeeper in the Persian Gulf Pro League for four consecutive seasons from 2014 to 2019 and has also been the Iranian Footballer of the Year in 2019.
In addition, Beiranvand achieved two Guinness World Records during his career, including the farthest distance throw of a football at 61.0026 metres (200.140 ft) against South Korea on 11 October 2016, and the longest football drop kick at 78.014 metres (255.95 ft) on 17 April 2019.
With 23 clean sheets in 37 matches during the 2017–18 season, he ranked as the second goalkeeper in the world for the cleanest sheets.