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Iraqi News
18-05-2025
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- Iraqi News
Al-Shorta eye top spot in Iraqi Stars League as Round 34 action kicks off
Baghdad ( – Round 34 of the Iraqi Stars League kicks off today (Sunday, May 18, 2025) with three intriguing encounters across Baghdad and Sulaymaniyah, headlined by Al-Shorta's crucial match as they continue their pursuit of the title. Currently second with 71 points and level with leaders Al-Zawra'a (who lead on head-to-head having played one more game), Al-Shorta can seize the top spot with a victory. They host an improved Diyala SC (17th, 31 points) at Al-Shaab International Stadium at 8:30 PM in what will be their 33rd match of the season, bringing them level on games played with Al-Zawra'a. Earlier at 6:00 PM, Al-Naft (7th, 51 points) will welcome Naft Maysan (11th, 43 points) to Al-Saher Ahmed Radhi Stadium. Simultaneously, Newroz SC (reportedly 21st with 41 points) face a vital clash against relegation-battling Naft Al-Basra (18th, 28 points) at Newroz Stadium. Today's results are set to significantly impact both the thrilling championship race and the fight for survival at the bottom of the table.
Iraqi News
14-05-2025
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- Iraqi News
Al-Zawra'a and Al-Shorta both win to stay level on points in tight Iraqi Stars League title race
Baghdad ( – The intense battle for the Iraqi Stars League title continued on Tuesday (May 13, 2025) as both front-runners, Al-Zawra'a and Al-Shorta, secured crucial victories in Round 33 to remain locked on 71 points at the top of the table. League leaders Al-Zawra'a overcame Naft Maysan 2-0, with goals from Ibrahim Tomiwa (15′) and Mundhir Al-Alawi (47′), despite finishing with ten men after Hussein Fallah's dismissal. Hot on their heels, Al-Shorta produced a dominant display, thrashing Al-Karma 4-0. Bassam Shakir opened the scoring, followed by a brace from league top scorer Mohanad Ali (now on 24 goals), and a late strike by Ahmed Farhan. While both giants sit on 71 points, Al-Zawra'a currently hold the top spot (having played 33 games), likely due to tie-breaking rules. However, Al-Shorta (32 games played) crucially still hold one game in hand, which could be decisive in the thrilling championship run-in. Notably, new Iraq national team coach Graham Arnold was spotted observing the Al-Shorta match. In other R33 action, Zakho consolidated third place (59 points) with a 4-0 win over Al-Hudood, while Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya (53 points) defeated Karbala 4-1.
Iraqi News
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Iraqi News
Al-Talaba climb to third in Iraqi Stars League after Round 32 win; key clashes today
Baghdad ( – Al-Talaba SC surged to third place in the Iraqi Stars League standings after securing a crucial 2-0 victory over Karbala in Round 32 action on Tuesday (May 6, 2025). The round continues today, Wednesday, with four more decisive encounters. Professional Augustine Omutu was the star for Al-Talaba, netting both goals (10′, 46′) to take his team to 55 points. In another key Tuesday result, Al-Naft defeated Duhok 1-0, thanks to an Ahmed Khalid strike (54′), moving Al-Naft to 7th with 48 points. Duhok, who had Lucas Henrique sent off, dropped to 8th (47 points). Karbala remains in deep relegation trouble at 19th. Today's (Wednesday, May 7th) fixtures see more vital clashes. At 6:00 PM, Erbil host Naft Maysan, while bottom-placed Al-Hudood face Naft Al-Basra. Later, at 8:30 PM, Al-Qasim play Al-Karma, and significantly, Al-Kahrabaa host Zakho, with Zakho aiming to reclaim the third spot they temporarily lost to Al-Talaba. The league continues to offer thrilling competition at both ends of the table.
Iraqi News
04-05-2025
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- Iraqi News
Al-Shorta draw level with leaders Al-Zawra'a after Iraqi Stars League R31 win
Baghdad ( – The Iraqi Stars League title race intensified dramatically on Saturday (May 3, 2025) as Al-Shorta secured a crucial 1-0 away victory over Newroz in Round 31, drawing level on points with leaders Al-Zawra'a. Sajjad Jassim scored the decisive goal from the penalty spot just 11 minutes into the match. The win propelled Al-Shorta to 65 points. This matches the points tally of Al-Zawra'a, who were held to a 0-0 draw away at third-placed Zakho in their Round 31 fixture. While Al-Zawra'a likely remain top for now due to a superior goal difference, the pressure mounts significantly as Al-Shorta (30 games played) crucially still hold one game in hand over the leaders (31 games played). This tightens the thrilling battle for the Iraqi championship considerably with just a few rounds remaining. In Saturday's other match mentioned, Al-Mina'a boosted their survival hopes with a 1-0 away win against Al-Karma, reaching 34 points.
Iraqi News
01-05-2025
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- Iraqi News
Erbil SC fined 10M IQD, handed two-match fan ban after crowd trouble vs Al-Shorta
Baghdad ( – 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.
