Shoja Khalilzadeh is an Iranian professional footballer who plays as a defender for the Iran national team and currently features in the Persian Gulf Pro League. Born on May 14, 1989, in Iran, Khalilzadeh has been a consistent presence in Iran's domestic league, known for his defensive solidity and leadership. He has played for clubs such as Persepolis, where he won multiple league titles, and Al Ahli in Qatar. Khalilzadeh made his international debut for Iran in 2015 and has since been a key figure in the national team's defense, participating in major tournaments like the AFC Asian Cup and FIFA World Cup qualifiers.