The match started cautiously from both sides, with a significant advantage for Al-Minaa over Al-Zawraa's goal, as they controlled most of the match's periods. They managed to add the first goal through "Alaa Abdul-Zahra" in the 35th minute, giving the lead to Al-Safina.

After Al-Minaa scored, Al-Zawraa tried to rectify their defensive mistakes, but the first half ended between the two teams with Al-Minaa leading by a clean goal.

Al-Zawraa delivered a very poor performance, lacking focus and offensive effectiveness, and they were unable to impose their control over the match.

Despite having a precious opportunity to return to the game when the referee awarded a penalty to Al-Zawraa in the 79th minute, Al-Zawraa's player "Ali Youssef" missed it, keeping Al-Minaa's chances of qualification alive.

With this victory, Al-Minaa continues its adventure in the Iraqi Cup, while Al-Zawraa finds itself out of the competition, a result that may have significant repercussions for the team in the upcoming period.