Morteza Pouraliganji is an Iranian professional footballer who plays as a centre‑back for Al‑Arabi and Eupen, wearing the iconic number 88 for the Iran national team.
Early Days
He began his youth career in 2005 with Paykan Babol, later moving through Pas Tehran and Persepolis before making his senior debut in 2010 with Naft Tehran.
Fun Facts
In 2017 he helped Al‑Sadd claim the Qatar Crown Prince Cup, Emir Cup, and Sheikh Jassim Cup all in a single season—a rare treble for any club. He was born and raised in Pain Ganj Afruz village, Babol County.
Family Life
In July 2019 he shared an Instagram post featuring his brother and mother, highlighting the close bond with his family.
Collaborations With
During his stint at Al‑Sadd he played alongside fellow professional Xavias in the Qatar Stars League, forming a solid defensive partnership on the field.