AFC Asian Cup 2019: The goalkeepers to watch [Alireza Beiranvand]
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Loading...Fox Sports Asia – HONG KONG, FOX Sports Asia football editor Gabriel Tan picks the best goalkeepers to look out for at AFC Asian Cup 2019.
1) Alireza Beiranvand (Iran)
Having only established himself in the national team a couple of years ago, Alireza Beiranvand really rose to prominence at the 2018 FIFA World Cup with a string of fine displays as Iran nearly pipped Spain and Portugal to a spot in the Round of 16.
The highlight of his tournament came against the Portuguese when he saved a penalty from Cristiano Ronaldo, and – despite there being no shortage of offers from overseas – the 26-year-old decided to stay put at Persepolis.
It proved to be a savvy decision as the Iranian giants went on to reach the AFC Champions League final, although Beiranvand was unable to prevent them from losing 2-0 on aggregate to Kashima Antlers.
