Has Saleh Hardani played in a World Cup before?

Iran has appeared in 7 World Cups. Check the Career tab for Saleh Hardani's full international history.

What position does Saleh Hardani play?

Saleh Hardani plays as a defender for Iran at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Iran in at the 2026 World Cup?

Iran are in Group G at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside Belgium, Egypt, New Zealand.

When does Iran play at the World Cup?

Iran's first match is on 2026-06-15 against New Zealand at SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles.

Saleh Hardani – Iran | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Saleh Hardani

Date of BirthDecember 26, 1998 (age 27)

Place of BirthDishmok, Iran

Height / Weight176 / —

PositionDefender

Current ClubEsteghlal FC

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
World Cup - Qualification Asia	11	1	0
World Cup	1	0	0
AFC Champions League Two	5	0	1
AFC Champions League Elite	1	0	0
Persian Gulf Pro League	11	0	0
Persian Gulf Pro League	12	0	0
AFC Champions League Elite	4	0	0
AFC Champions League Two	4	0	0
All Competitions	49	1	1

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Iran's group: Group G →

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World Cup 2026

Group G →

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Belgium	3	1	2	0	4	5
2	Egypt	3	1	2	0	2	5
3	Iran	3	0	3	0	0	3
4	New Zealand	3	0	1	2	-6	1

2026-06-15Iran vs New ZealandSoFi Stadium, Los Angeles→2026-06-21Belgium vs IranSoFi Stadium, Los Angeles→2026-06-26Egypt vs IranLumen Field, Seattle→

2026 tournament outlook

Saleh Hardani will represent Iran at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Iran have been drawn in Group G alongside Belgium, Egypt, New Zealand. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-15 against New Zealand at SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles. As a defender, Hardani will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Iran's best World Cup finish is Group stage (6 times). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Iran at the 2026 World Cup

Saleh Hardani is part of the Iran squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Amir Ghalenoei, alongside M. Akhbari, A. Abdullayev, H. Abarghouei, and M. Hashemnejad among the key players.

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