Alireza Beiranvand: Iran goalkeeper becomes World Cup hero in Qatar 2026

Alireza Beiranvand, the Iranian goalkeeper who fled his home as a teenager, is now starring in his third World Cup campaign. Against Belgium, his reflex save from a long-range effort was hailed as one of the tournament’s most spectacular moments.

The performance has energized the Iranian fan base and cemented Beiranvand’s reputation as a rising star on the global stage.