In a striking and emotional statement, Zakho Club coach Captain Abdulghani Shahid announced that his journey with the team is nearing its end after an exceptional season in which Zakho delivered strong performances, securing third place in the Iraqi Premier League behind Al-Shorta and Al-Zawraa.

Shahid said in his media talk:

"My journey with Zakho is coming to an end with the conclusion of the football season, and it has been a remarkable experience by all standards."

He pointed out that the team achieved what was not expected at the beginning of the season, highlighting the significant success achieved under his leadership both technically and in terms of results.

He added:

"We succeeded, as acknowledged by everyone, in bringing Zakho football back to the path of victories, securing third place in the Iraqi Premier League, which is considered an important achievement amidst fierce competition with teams that have larger budgets and broader capabilities."

Shahid expressed his deep gratitude to everyone who supported the sports project in Zakho, saying:

"I greatly appreciate the role of the governor, as well as the club management, players, and fans, who stood firmly behind the red team throughout the season, and were our primary supporters at every stage."

It is noteworthy that Abdulghani Shahid led Zakho in an exceptional season, managing to compete with the giants and placing the team in advanced positions despite limited resources, which has made discussions about his future attract wide interest from followers, amid speculations about the possibility of him moving to coach one of the popular teams or pursuing an external experience.

While everyone awaits the final decision regarding his future, his imprint on Zakho remains clear as one of the most prominent coaches in the club's modern history.