3) Javad Nekounam (Iran – 140 caps)
Another player who cannot boast the same level of fame as some of the world class stars on this list, but Iran midfielder and captain Javad Nekounam can take plenty of pride for helping his country qualify for the World Cup this summer, where he will be among the most capped players in the competition. Nekounam has had a spell in Europe before, spending six years with Spanish side Osasuna, but will remain something of a modest figure apart from to his country’s fans.
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