Morteza Pouraliganji

Morteza Pouraliganji

Iranian footballer, defender
Date of Birth: 19.04.1992
Country: Iran

Content:
  1. Houtan Pouraligandji: Iranian Football Star
  2. Transfer to China: Tianjin Teda
  3. AFC Champions League Debut
  4. International Career
  5. Rise to Prominence

Houtan Pouraligandji: Iranian Football Star

Early Life and Club Career

Born in Kermanshah, Iran, Houtan Pouraligandji grew up in a football-loving family. He began his football journey with Naft Tehran, where he honed his skills as a defender. On December 19, 2010, he made his senior debut against Machine Sazi Tabriz. His first goal came on March 5, 2011, against Paykan.

Transfer to China: Tianjin Teda

In 2015, Pouraligandji sought a new challenge and moved to Chinese club Tianjin Teda. He made his club debut on March 8, 2015, against Henan Construction. He scored his maiden goal on June 4, 2015, against Guangzhou Evergrande.

AFC Champions League Debut

On February 17, 2015, Pouraligandji made his AFC Champions League debut against Qatari club Al-Jaish. His impressive performances at club level caught the attention of the Iranian national team.

International Career

Debut and First Goal

Pouraligandji's international career began on January 4, 2015, in a friendly against Iraq. He made an immediate impact, scoring his first international goal on January 23, 2015, in the AFC Asian Cup against the same opponent.

Rise to Prominence

Pouraligandji quickly established himself as a key player for the Iranian national team, showcasing his defensive solidity and aerial prowess. He has represented Iran in numerous international tournaments, including the World Cup, Asian Cup, and FIFA Confederations Cup. His contributions have played a significant role in Iran's footballing success on the world stage.

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