Al-Shorta coach Moamen Soliman and player Mahmoud Al-Mawas held a press conference to discuss the anticipated derby clash against Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, amidst great fan anticipation for the summit that brings together the capital's giants within the Iraq Stars League competition.

Moamen Soliman said: 'Everyone realizes the importance of this match. The most important thing now is to ensure a good recovery process for the players after the Zakho trip, as physical recovery makes a difference in such occasions.'

He added: 'Our preparations follow the same approach for every match, especially given the short time between games. As a technical staff, we are confident in the players, and everyone is fully ready. We have some absences, but we have great confidence in the available players.'

He continued: 'Our previous success in such circumstances, along with our experience, will be a decisive factor in tomorrow's match. In any case, I make sure to send support messages to the players to encourage them not to be affected by the pressures, and to be more focused and stable on the field.'

For his part, Mahmoud Al-Mawas said: 'At the beginning of every derby, things are difficult, but as the minutes pass, we get used to the atmosphere.'

He added: 'The Al-Shorta team is used to the pressures, and we will enter the match considering it a normal confrontation like any other. Our goal is clear, which is to collect the three points.'