Has Mehdi Hanafi played in a World Cup before?

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

What position does Mehdi Hanafi play?

Mehdi Hanafi plays as a midfielder 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.

Mehdi Hanafi – Iran | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Mehdi Hanafi

Date of BirthFebruary 20, 1993 (age 33)

Place of BirthTehran, Iran

Height / Weight187 cm / —

PositionMidfielder

Current ClubSanat Naft

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
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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

Mehdi Hanafi 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 midfielder, Hanafi 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

Mehdi Hanafi 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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