"Alin prepares us for situations before they happen"

torwart.de: In your view, what makes Alin Dincă stand out as a goalkeeper coach?

Alireza Beiranvand: I believe one of the most important qualities of a goalkeeper coach is the ability to prepare you for situations before they actually occur. That is exactly what I value most about working with Alin Dincă.

torwart.de: What does your preparation for an opponent look like in practice?

Alireza Beiranvand: Our preparation doesn't start on matchday; it begins several days beforehand with a detailed analysis of the opponent. We examine how individual players finish, which foot they prefer, how they handle crosses, how they behave in one-on-one situations, and even how they react under pressure. When you step onto the pitch with that knowledge, you’re rarely caught off guard because many potential scenarios are already in your mind.

torwart.de: What does Alin place special emphasis on during training?

Alireza Beiranvand: On the training pitch, Alin places enormous importance on details. Sometimes it’s just a minor correction: body angle, the first step, the starting position, or the timing when coming off the line. Yet, at the international level, those few centimeters can determine whether you save the ball or concede a goal.

What I also really appreciate is that we don't just train to make spectacular saves. Every drill serves a tactical purpose. We recreate match situations, discuss various possible solutions, and analyze why one decision is better than another.

This allows you to develop not only your technique but also your understanding of the game.

torwart.de: How does he manage to involve all three goalkeepers?

Alireza Beiranvand: Alin creates an atmosphere where every goalkeeper is included. Even though only one of us starts the match, all three goalkeepers contribute throughout the week. We challenge each other, exchange ideas, and improve together. Healthy competition is important, but so is mutual respect. Alin has managed to strike the right balance here.

"Neuer has changed the understanding of the position"

torwart.de: In your view, how has Manuel Neuer changed the goalkeeping position?

Alireza Beiranvand: I think Manuel Neuer has changed the way many people understand the goalkeeping position. Before his generation, goalkeepers were judged primarily by their saves. Neuer demonstrated that a goalkeeper can also be a vital part of a team's tactical structure by controlling the space behind the defense and actively participating in the build-up play.

What impresses me most is not just his technical quality, but also his consistency over so many years. It is one thing to play at the highest level for a season or two; it is something else entirely to remain among the world's best goalkeepers for over a decade while constantly adapting to the evolution of the sport.

torwart.de: What do you particularly admire about his style of play?

Alireza Beiranvand: I have always admired his courage. He makes difficult decisions in situations where many other goalkeepers would hesitate. Whether rushing off his line, defending vast spaces behind the defense, or playing the ball with his feet under pressure, he has shown extraordinary self-confidence.

That confidence isn't arrogance; it stems from preparation, experience, and an outstanding understanding of the game.

At the same time, people sometimes focus so heavily on his distribution that they forget what a complete goalkeeper he is.

His positioning, his timing, his one-on-one ability, and his knack for making crucial saves in the biggest matches are just as impressive as his work with the ball. These fundamentals are the reason he has managed to hold his own at the highest level for so long.

torwart.de: What can you personally take away from his career?

Alireza Beiranvand: Every goalkeeper has their own identity. Football would be less interesting if we all tried to play exactly the same way. I have always tried to develop my own strengths while learning from the best goalkeepers in the world.

Watching players like Neuer reminds you that there is always a higher level to reach if you remain open-minded and willing to keep learning.

For me, an important lesson from his career is that development never stops. Even after winning everything, he kept looking for ways to improve. I believe that this specific mindset is what distinguishes truly great goalkeepers from very good ones. Talent is important, but curiosity, discipline, and a willingness to keep learning are what allow you to stay at the top for many years.