All eyes are on an anticipated fiery summit in the twenty-ninth round of the Iraqi Stars League, as Al-Zawraa and Al-Shorta prepare to face each other in a new encounter of the capital's classic, which is considered one of the most popular and historical matches in Iraqi football. Tomorrow's match represents more than just three points; it is an extension of a long history of competition and rivalry between the two major teams of Baghdad.

In the record of direct encounters between the two teams, Al-Zawraa and Al-Shorta have met in 83 previous matches, where Al-Zawraa was able to assert its superiority by achieving 33 victories, while Al-Shorta won in 22 matches, and 28 matches ended in a draw, reflecting the closeness of the level and the intensity of the struggle between the two teams over the years.

Al-Zawraa's victory by a score of 5-1 is the largest in the history of these encounters, and it is a match etched in the memory of the white fans, embodying the technical difference that was present at certain times, although the encounters in general are known for their closeness and intensity until the final whistle.

Tomorrow's match comes at a critical time in the competition, as both teams seek to strengthen their position in the standings and continue their journey in the tournament in the best possible way. Given the importance of the match and its popularity, it is expected that the stands will witness a large turnout and fiery atmosphere, reflecting the historical value of this encounter, which is unlike any other match in the Iraqi league.