Oday Al-Rubaie, a member of the administrative board of Al-Shorta Club, revealed in a special statement to "Iraq-winwin" that his club has not yet received the financial prize for winning the Iraq Stars League, despite the official crowning of the championship a few rounds before its conclusion.

Al-Rubaie said:

"So far, we have not received the official prize for our league title, and we are waiting for the end of the Iraq Cup to talk clearly about some details."

He explained:

"Al-Shorta Club had a great season and deserved the title, but it is unreasonable for the prize to be delayed in this manner. There should be a clear and respectful mechanism to honor the champion at the right time."

Regarding Al-Shorta's participation in the AFC Champions League (Elite), he added:

"The matter has not been settled yet; we have some administrative and financial aspects that we are reviewing, and the final decision will be made after the end of the Iraq Cup."

He continued, saying:

"We aspire to participate, and we understand the magnitude of the challenges, but our participation requires that the conditions be complete and suitable technically, financially, and organizationally."

Al-Rubaie concluded his statement with a message:

"Al-Shorta is a big club and deserves to be treated with respect and appreciation. What the players and the technical staff led by Moamen Soliman have presented this season is the result of long work and planning, and it should be met with real support."