The Air Force team secured its first three points in the Iraq Stars League 2025-2026 after defeating Al-Karkh with a goal to nil in a match held at the Ahmed Radhi Stadium as part of the first round of the tournament.

The match witnessed a balanced first half, with both teams exchanging control of the midfield and limited attacking opportunities, before player Harith Hatim managed to score the only goal of the match in the 30th minute, giving the Air Force team the lead.

In the second half, Al-Karkh tried to come back into the match and equalize, but the solidity of the Air Force defense and the goalkeeper prevented any real threat to the net, allowing the visiting team to maintain its lead until the final whistle.

This victory gives the Air Force team a strong morale boost at the start of the season, while Al-Karkh will look to correct its mistakes and prepare for the upcoming rounds to improve its results and maintain its position in the league.