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Iraqi News
28-04-2025
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- Iraqi News
Mohanad Ali double keeps Al-Shorta close to leaders Al-Zawra'a after Iraqi Stars League round 30
Baghdad ( – The Iraqi Stars League title race remains on a knife-edge after Round 30 concluded on Monday, April 28th, 2025. Al-Shorta secured a vital 2-0 away victory against Erbil, ensuring they stay right on the heels of leaders Al-Zawra'a. League top scorer Mohanad Ali 'Mimi' was the hero for Al-Shorta, netting both goals against Erbil – an early strike in the 3rd minute followed by a second-half penalty in the 66th. This crucial win takes Al-Shorta to 62 points from 29 games played. They remain just two points behind rivals Al-Zawra'a, who lead with 64 points after completing 30 matches. Critically, Al-Shorta still holds one game in hand, keeping the championship battle incredibly tight as the season progresses. Mohanad Ali also extended his lead in the golden boot race, taking his tally to an impressive 22 goals. In other concluding Round 30 fixtures, Al-Talaba drew 1-1 with Naft Maysan to solidify 4th place on 49 points, Al-Karma defeated Al-Najaf 3-0, and Newroz overcame bottom-club Al-Hudood 2-1.
Iraqi News
14-04-2025
- Sport
- Iraqi News
Iraq Stars League heats up: Al-Shorta lead narrowly as Zakho stumble in round 27
Baghdad ( – A thrilling Round 27 that ended over the weekend has left the competition for the 2024–2025 Iraqi Stars League title extremely close. While rivals Zakho suffered a serious defeat, leaders Al-Shorta held onto their lead. Al-Shorta moved up to 56 points on Saturday with a vital 1-0 victory against Al-Najaf, despite having played one fewer game than some of their opponents. Following their 2-1 victory against Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya in Thursday's Baghdad derby, Al-Zawra'a is just behind them with 55 points. The round's biggest upset occurred on Friday when relegation-threatened Karbalaa shocked third-placed Zakho (52 points) 1-0, with Nour Al-Mustafa scoring a late winner (90+1′). This defeat narrowed the distance at the top and hurt Zakho's hopes of winning the title. After their derby loss, Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya is still in fourth position with 44 points, tied with fifth-place Al-Talaba (who drew 1-1 with Al-Karma but still have a game in hand). Karbalaa's victory at the bottom increased their chances of surviving with 21 points, while Naft Al-Basra holds the other relegation play-off berth with 23 points. Al-Hudood (13 points) and Diyala (18 points, game in hand) are still in the automatic relegation zone. Mohanad Ali of Al-Shorta tops the top scorers' table with 20 goals, followed by Gustavo Henrique of Zakho with 16. This Wednesday marks the start of Round 28, which will include important matches like Zakho vs. Naft Maysan and Al-Zawra'a vs. Al-Karma. On Thursday, leaders Al-Shorta will travel to Al-Mina'a.
