World Cup 2026 form
| Match | Min | Rating | G | A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs New Zealand | — | — | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Belgium | — | — | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Egypt | — | — | 0 | 0 |
Payam Niazmand is an Iranian goalkeeper who has experience on both sides of the domestic rivalry, having played for Sepahan before joining Persepolis in 2022. A brief spell at Portimonense in Portugal gave him a taste of European football. At Persepolis, he competes for minutes at one of Iran's most scrutinized clubs, where goalkeeper performances are dissected intensely by a passionate fanbase. At 31, Niazmand is the third-choice option behind Alireza Beiranvand and Hossein Hosseini for the national team, but his domestic pedigree ensures he is a credible squad member.
Tehran, Iran · 1995-04-06
Career
Persepolis FC2022 – present
Portimonense2021
Sepahan FC2018 – 2020
Paykan2016 – 2017Frequently asked questions
How old is Payam Niazmand?
Payam Niazmand is 31 years old (born 1995-04-06).
What club does Payam Niazmand play for?
Payam Niazmand plays for Persepolis and represents IR Iran.
What position does Payam Niazmand play?
Payam Niazmand plays as a Goalkeeper, wearing #12.
How has Payam Niazmand performed at the 2026 World Cup?
Payam Niazmand has 3 appearances, 0 goals and 0 assists at the 2026 World Cup.