Iraqi Police team players made an urgent call to their fans after the positive draw of 1-1 with Qatari Al-Sadd in the first round of the AFC Champions League for elite teams, in a match held at Al-Zawraa Stadium in the capital Baghdad, with a large attendance of about 16,000 spectators, along with wonderful artistic displays from the green fans.

The report added that the players expressed satisfaction with the collective performance despite some physical difficulties and the limited readiness of the team, confirming that the fan presence was a motivating and supportive element for them throughout the match.

Player Mahmoud Mawas stated that the match against Al-Sadd was great, and the collective performance was distinguished despite the lack of adequate preparation to face a big team like Al-Sadd, expressing his hope to present a better level in the upcoming matches, whether in the Asian championship or the Iraqi Stars League, emphasizing the importance of continued fan support.

Player Ahmed Yahya explained that the large crowd was a significant source of motivation, but he pointed out the impact of physical factors on the team, especially since Al-Sadd was more prepared after playing multiple matches before facing the Police, confirming that yesterday's match was their best game this season and that the draw was not satisfactory.

Player Amir Sabah followed up that the start of the match was excellent, especially in the first half, and that the team tried to hold on despite the lack of physical fitness in the second half, pointing out that AFC Champions League matches are harder than the local league, and that fan support is the main strength element for the team, calling on the fans to continue their constant support so that the team can appear at the required level.

The Iraqi Police team is preparing to continue its journey in the continental championship, as they will face Al-Gharafa and Al-Duhail from Qatar, and Al-Ahli, Al-Ittihad, and Al-Hilal from Saudi Arabia, in addition to Tractor Sazi from Iran and Nasaf from Uzbekistan, in the upcoming round of the AFC Champions League for elite teams.