The Iraqi Football Federation has taken an important financial step represented by disbursing a large amount allocated to pay the dues of referees, assessors, and supervisors working in various local competitions, in its quest to organize administrative aspects and ensure the continuation of competitions in a natural manner.

The disbursement covered several tournaments, most notably the Iraq Stars League, the Iraqi Premier League, and the Futsal League, in addition to age group leagues. This step came to cover accumulated dues, especially for referees of the Iraq Stars League from the first round to the sixth round.

This measure confirms the federation's keenness to support the refereeing system, which is considered one of the most important pillars of the success of football competitions, especially under the pressure of matches and the multiplicity of tournaments during the current season, which requires financial and administrative stability that positively reflects on the level of performance on the pitch.

On the other hand, the data indicates that the Iraqi Federation is facing significant financial obligations during this stage, putting it under clear pressure to secure the necessary resources and meet the requirements of managing the tournaments, whether in terms of organization or logistical and technical support.

Observers believe that paying these dues would give the referees an additional moral boost and help raise the level of focus and refereeing performance in the upcoming matches, especially with the competitions entering more sensitive stages that require precise and decisive decisions.

The focus in the coming period will be on the federation's ability to balance its financial commitments with the requirements of the stage, at a time when the sports community hopes that these steps will contribute to enhancing football stability and paving the way for a more regular and competitive season in various tournaments.