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Rudaw Net
2 days ago
- Sport
- Rudaw Net
Duhok crowned Iraq Cup champions
Also in Iraq Iraq launches security operation after drone attacks UK condemns drone attacks in Kurdistan Region Iraq launches probe into Wasit mall fire that killed 63 Iraq holds nationwide mourning after mall blaze kills 61 A+ A- ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - Duhok SC won the Iraq Cup on Friday, beating out another Kurdish team, Zakho SC. This is the first time a Kurdish club has won the title since the cup's establishment in 1948. The historic achievement will allow Duhok SC to play in AFC Champions League Two. Both teams are also now eligible for the Iraq Super League. Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani congratulated both clubs for their achievements, adding that the Kurdistan Region is proud of them. Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani also congratulated the teams. The match was goalless, leading to a penalty shootout that ended 5-3. Erbil Sports Club was the first Kurdish club to make it to the final of the Iraq Cup in 2023 but failed to win the title following a dramatic defeat by al-Quwa al-Jawiya, one of Iraq's oldest football teams.
Iraqi News
15-06-2025
- Sport
- Iraqi News
Zakho and Al-Hudood secure key wins in Iraqi Stars League Round 35
Baghdad ( – Four impactful matches took place in Round 35 of the Iraqi Stars League on Saturday (June 14, 2025), with significant results affecting the race for third place and the battle against relegation. Zakho SC strengthened their hold on third position, climbing to 66 points after a 2-1 comeback victory at home against Naft Al-Basra. After going down early, goals from Nasser Mohammedou (pen. 30′) and Youssef Al-Alousi (72′) secured the win. In a crucial result at the bottom of the table, last-placed Al-Hudood earned a vital 2-1 away win over Al-Kahrabaa, with goals from Dennis Antwi (pen. 42′) and Athir Salih (77′). Elsewhere, Newroz SC won the Kurdistan derby 1-0 away at Erbil, thanks to a Marwan Hussein goal just before halftime in a match briefly halted by a power outage. Diyala SC also secured a solid 2-0 victory over Al-Karkh, with goals from Ayman Sfaxi and Collins Opare.
Rudaw Net
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Rudaw Net
Interior ministry launches investigation into football brawl in Sulaimani
Also in Kurdistan Scuffles erupt between football fans in Sulaimani President Barzani welcomes new UK ambassador to Iraq, discusses bilateral ties Kurdistan Region leaders commemorate Kurdish Journalism Day DEM Party urges Kurdish support for Turkey-PKK peace process A+ A- ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - The Kurdistan Region's interior ministry on Wednesday launched an investigation into scuffles that erupted a day prior between football fans in Sulaimani, leaving several people injured. The interior minister ordered the formation of a committee that 'will visit the incident site' and 'investigate the incident,' according to a statement from the Region's interior ministry. A day before, several people were injured after clashes broke out between supporters of Sulaimani's Newroz Sports Club and Zakho Sports Club from Duhok, following a match held at Newroz's home stadium in Sulaimani, east of the Kurdistan Region. The interior ministry on Wednesday noted that 'the undesirable situation has been brought under control,' and Sulaimani provincial police forces have brought 'the situation back to normal, protecting the lives of players and fans alike.' 'We ask fans of both clubs and citizens to act with sportsmanship, and we urge media outlets to cooperate in promoting sportsmanship and brotherhood, which are fundamental principles of competition between all Kurdistan and Iraq clubs and sports in general,' the ministry added. Newroz SC and Zakho SC were facing off as part of the Iraq Stars League. As the match neared its final moments and was still goalless, tensions escalated. Fans stormed the field, leading to violent confrontations among supporters and even with some players. Speaking to Rudaw, Newroz SC coach Qahtan Yousif stated that 'an offside goal by Zakho Club was the source of the problems. The goal should not have counted.' 'Some Zakho Club fans disrupted the situation with inappropriate comments and the situation got out of control,' Yousif added. Footage obtained by Rudaw showed fans tossing plastic seats at each other from the stands. At least one fan appeared to have suffered a serious head injury that left him unconscious. Two other bloodied fans were also seen being rushed off the field by medics, who transferred the injured to nearby hospitals. A Zakho SC fan told Rudaw that his eight-month-old daughter went missing during the chaos, but was found shortly afterward. In Matchweek 29 of the league, Newroz SC had aimed to break its streak of two consecutive draws and bring joy to its team and fans, especially given the dissatisfaction of the coaching staff. For its part, Zakho SC, having lost its last two matches, entered Tuesday's game under pressure. Frustrated and angry fans were hoping for a much-improved performance from their team after the disappointing results of the previous two matches.
Rudaw Net
22-04-2025
- Sport
- Rudaw Net
Bloody clashes erupt between football fans in Sulaimani
Also in Kurdistan President Barzani welcomes new UK ambassador to Iraq, discusses bilateral ties Kurdistan Region leaders commemorate Kurdish Journalism Day DEM Party urges Kurdish support for Turkey-PKK peace process Soran police arrest couple on suspicion of invalid marriage A+ A- ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - Several people were injured after clashes broke out between fans of Sulaimani's Newroz Sports Club and Zakho Sports Club from Duhok, following a match held at Newroz's home stadium in Sulaimani, in the east of the Kurdistan Region, on Tuesday. The two teams were facing off as part of the Iraq Stars League, and with the match nearing its final moments and still goalless, tensions escalated. Fans stormed the pitch, leading to violent confrontations among supporters and even with some players. Footage obtained by Rudaw showed plastic seats being thrown from the stands, and at least one fan appearing to suffer a serious head injury that left him unconscious. Two other bloodied fans were also seen being rushed off the field by medics, who transferred the injured to nearby hospitals. While the exact cause of the clashes remains unclear, an injured Zakho SC fan told Rudaw that his eight-month-old daughter went missing during the chaos, but was found shortly afterward. He claimed the violence erupted after the referee awarded a penalty against one of the players. 'My daughter is eight months old, she went missing in the crowd. My leg is injured, and my whole body is in pain,' he said. Another fan told Rudaw that the clashes erupted after Zakho scored a goal that was believed to be offside. 'The root of the problem was that Zakho SC scored a goal that was offside, and the referee raised his flag. After that, Zakho fans began throwing bottles at the linesman to express their frustration.' In Matchweek 29 of the league, Newroz SC had aimed to break its streak of two consecutive draws and bring joy to its team and fans, especially given the dissatisfaction of the coaching staff. For its part, Zakho SC, having lost its last two matches, entered Tuesday's game under pressure. Frustrated and angry fans were hoping for a much-improved performance from their team after the disappointing results of the previous two matches. This is a developing story.
