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Iraqi News
18-05-2025
- Sport
- 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
- Sport
- 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
16-04-2025
- Sport
- Iraqi News
Iraqi Stars League round 28 kicks off: Key clashes ahead
Baghdad ( – The Iraqi Stars League's 28th round begins today, Wednesday, and over the next four days, games will be played throughout Baghdad and other governorates. At both ends of the table, important points are still up for grabs in the title chase. In an attempt to catch up, fifth-place Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya travels to play relegation-threatened Diyala (19th) today. Second-place Al-Zawra'a (55 points) welcome Al-Karma (11th) to Baghdad, while third-place Zakho host Naft Maysan (8th) in an attempt to solidify their position. Erbil (12th) will play Al-Naft (9th) on Wednesday as well. League leaders Al-Shorta (56 points) will travel to play Al-Mina'a (16th) on Thursday. Al-Najaf (15th) faces Karbala (18th) in a match to move up the league standings, while fourth-place Al-Talaba plays Al-Kahrabaa (13th) in an attempt to hold onto their position. Al-Karkh (10th) will play Newroz (14th) on Friday, while Naft Al-Basra (17th) will host Al-Qasim (6th). After winning the Gulf Club Champions League, Duhok (7th) will host bottom-place Al-Hudood on Saturday to wrap up the festivities. Mohanad Ali 'Mimi' of Al-Shorta continues to lead the goal-scoring rankings with 20 goals, ahead of Amjad Attwan (13 goals) and Gustavo Henrique (16 goals) of Zakho. Another thrilling round of Iraqi football action is in store!
