Al-Karma defender Ahmed Hassan expressed his great respect for his opponent Duhok ahead of the anticipated match between the two teams tomorrow, Sunday, as part of the first round of the Iraqi Stars League, which will take place at Duhok Stadium at 8:30 PM.

Maknzi stated in his remarks: "We respect Duhok, as it is one of the distinguished clubs that has been crowned the Gulf champion and performed remarkably last season."

He added: "We aspire to achieve the best at the beginning of our journey in the league; we are confident in ourselves and ready to play the match."

Regarding the team's preparations,

he explained: "We entered an external camp in Tunisia, which was a very good camp to prepare for the Iraqi Stars League. Additionally, the contracts that the club has made this season were distinctive, bringing in a selection of international players, which gives us a strong boost for what is to come."

Al-Karma hopes to achieve an ideal start in its second season in the Iraqi Stars League, especially after a series of distinguished contracts that have made it one of the top competitors for the title this season.