Hours before the kickoff of the Iraq Cup final, all eyes are on the anticipated clash that will bring together Zakho and Duhok in a northern derby filled with challenges and ambitions, amidst significant fan anticipation and an atmosphere charged with excitement.

Recent history between the two teams indicates a clear parity in performance and results. In their last four encounters, two matches ended in a goalless draw, one ended in a positive draw, while Duhok secured one victory, confirming that the differences are minimal and that the two teams are closely matched in terms of technical ability.

Zakho enters the match with great hopes of achieving its first title in the tournament, led by coach Abdulghani Shahad, relying on team cohesion and the strong performances it has delivered in the previous rounds, while Duhok seeks to capitalize on its high morale and balance showcased in its big matches, led by coach Suleiman Ramadan.

The final does not recognize previous calculations, but it does not overlook technical indicators, and the field will be the decisive factor in determining the identity of the champion. Between Zakho's ambitions and Duhok's desires, Iraqi football fans are set for a football evening that may be immortalized in the tournament's memory.