Payam Niazmand


Payam Niazmand is an Iranian professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Iranian club Persepolis and the Iran national team.
Niazmand set the new all-time record at 940 consecutive minutes without conceding a goal. Mohammad Nouri ended his goalless streak by beating him in the 50th minute of the same match. He was included in Iran's preliminary squad for the 2019 AFC Asian Cup.
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Club career

Paykan

Niazmand started his senior career in Iran at Paykan in 2015, where he made 24 appearances in three seasons.

Sepahan

In 2018, Niazmand joined Sepahan. Niazmand was included in Sepahan's lineup in 89 games continuously.

Portimonense

On 13 July 2021, Niazmand joined Primeira Liga side Portimonense.

Persepolis

On 19 May 2025, Niazmand joined Persian Gulf Pro League side Persepolis on a new two-year deal.

International career

On 8 October 2020, Niazmand made his debut for the Iran national team in a 2–1 friendly win against Uzbekistan.

Honours

Sepahan
Iran
Individual