In one of the most thrilling matches of the Round of 16, eyes will turn next Tuesday evening towards Al-Shaab International Stadium, where the anticipated summit between Al-Police Club and their counterpart Al-Students will take place, as part of the Iraq Cup competitions. The match will be held at 10:30 PM, bringing together two of the most prominent names in the history of Iraqi football, each with its own unique circumstances this season.

Al-Police enters this confrontation as the champion of the Iraqi Stars League for the fifth consecutive season, having clinched the title two rounds before the end, an achievement that underscores its dominance and technical and administrative stability, under the leadership of Egyptian coach Moamen Soliman, who has created a strong and disciplined system both technically and physically.

The team boasts a constellation of prominent local and professional stars, led by the top scorer Mohanad Ali "Mimi", who topped the list of world scorers for 2025, along with the Syrian star Mahmoud Al-Mawas, Brazilian player Lucas Santos, and the outstanding goalkeeper Ahmed Basel, who is considered one of the team's key pillars in building from the back.

Al-Police is the last team to win the Iraq Cup, having secured it last season for the first time in its history, and this time it aims to defend its title and enhance its record with a new title that reflects the continuity of its successful project.

On the other hand, Al-Students is considered one of the most prominent teams that have shown remarkable levels this season, finishing the league in fourth place, which is the best position the team has achieved in many years. The "Elegant" team, led by experienced coach Basem Qassem, has shown a clear personality and a balanced style of play, relying on a group of distinguished players, such as Tunisian Habib Al-Waslati, midfielder Luay Al-Aani, and international goalkeeper Fahd Taleb.

Despite the disparity between the two teams in terms of technical stability and the number of stars, Al-Students has always been a tough opponent against the big teams, and they have the full motivation to deliver a great match that could put them on the path to the title, especially since the team has been absent from the podiums for a long time.

Al-Police enters the match as the stronger side on paper, having the advantage in terms of integration and technical and physical readiness, but cup matches do not often recognize these factors, especially with Al-Students' desire to seek revenge and confirm their strong presence this season. The match is expected to witness a significant struggle in the midfield, with high intensity from both sides, amid an anticipated audience presence from the fans of both teams at Al-Shaab International Stadium.