The eyes of Iraqi football fans are turning tomorrow to the anticipated showdown between the Air Force and Police teams, within the 13th round of the Iraqi Stars League, hosted by Diyala Stadium, in one of the most prominent season peaks due to the long and rich history between the two teams.

The statistics reveal a close rivalry in the direct encounters history between the two teams, as the Air Force and Police have met in 88 official matches before, witnessing intense competition and a constant struggle to decide the results.

The Police team has managed to secure victory in 28 matches, while the Air Force has won 27 matches, reflecting a clear balance between the two sides over the past years.

On the other hand, 33 matches ended in draws, confirming that encounters between the two teams are often characterized by competitiveness, excitement, and difficulty in deciding the outcome, regardless of the teams' standings on the table.

Tomorrow's match holds great importance for both teams, whether in terms of competing for higher positions in the league standings or from a moral perspective, given the mutual desire to win the Baghdad derby and add a new victory to the historic encounter record.

The match is expected to witness a remarkable crowd attendance and a highly competitive atmosphere, befitting the history and prestige of both teams, in a meeting considered a landmark in every season of Iraqi football.