Erbil SC fined 10M IQD, handed two-match fan ban after crowd trouble vs Al-Shorta
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Iraqi Football Association's Disciplinary Committee has penalized Erbil SC following crowd trouble during their Iraqi Stars League Round 30 match against Al-Shorta on April 28th. The decision was announced Wednesday (April 30, 2025).
Based on the match observer's report, incidents flared in the 67th minute after Al-Shorta scored their second goal from a retaken penalty. Erbil player Sherko Kareem was booked for protesting the decision, leading to fan agitation. Approximately 50-70 spectators then invaded the pitch, breaking a fence before being removed by security, causing an 11-minute stoppage. Additionally, water bottles were thrown at the referees as they left the field post-match.
Consequently, the Disciplinary Committee imposed a 10 million Iraqi Dinar fine on Erbil SC. Furthermore, Erbil supporters will be banned from attending the club's next two designated home matches.
These sanctions come after Al-Shorta won the crucial league match 2-0.
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