Sports
Iraqi football fans' eyes turn this Thursday evening towards Karbala International Stadium, which hosts an anticipated summit clash between the traditional rivals, Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya and Al-Zawraa. This encounter marks the start of the seventh round of the Iraqi Stars League, and is crucial for both teams in their pursuit of strengthening their position in the league standings. The kickoff whistle for this awaited Clasico will sound at 10:00 PM, in a match highly anticipated by fans of both clubs due to its unique nature and deep historical rivalry. The points from this game are also of paramount importance for the teams' journey in the league competition. In preparation for the event, the Referees Committee of the Iraqi Football Association, headed by Hazem Hussein, announced the appointment of a Jordanian refereeing crew to officiate the match. This step aims to ensure the best possible officiating conditions for the upcoming summit, with great public anticipation for a game expected to be full of excitement and competitiveness until the final whistle.
