What are the reasons for Hassan Abdulkarim's decline in form?

The heavy defeat that Al Zawraa suffered by a score of 3-0 against their hosts Duhok in the 9th round of the Iraq Stars League was not just a passing loss of 3 points; it exposed a deep technical and psychological crisis that some stars of the team are going through.

This white collapse has prompted former international star and sports analyst Captain Abbas Ubaid to open fire, raising major questions about the alarming decline in the performance of key players in the club and national team, notably the talented Hassan Abdul Karim "Qouqia".

In a sharp critical reading, Ubaid linked the pale appearance of Al Zawraa's duo at Duhok with their previous "poor" performance alongside the Lions of Mesopotamia in the recent Arabian Gulf Cup.

Captain Abbas Ubaid pointed out that what happened in the Duhok match is an inevitable continuation of the decline that has clearly begun to show on Hassan Abdul Karim; he recalled his unimpressive performance in the third round of the Arabian Gulf Cup when Iraq lost to Saudi Arabia by two goals to nil.

Ubaid stated: "There is a clear and puzzling decline in Quqiya's level. We are talking about a player with very high technical and skillful abilities, but his contribution on the pitch has become dull and does not reflect his stardom."

He added that fans and coaches expect players of this caliber to make a difference and provide individual solutions when there is 'no chance' to break through defensive blocks, but Quqia appeared completely submissive and lacking solutions.

Hiran Ahmed has also faced criticism, with Ubaid stating that Al Zawraa's midfield completely lacked vitality and connection due to Hiran's total absence in the match.

The analysis revealed that Hiran and Qoqia provided no real support defensively or offensively, leaving Al Zawraa's lines completely exposed to Duhok's rapid counterattacks led by Asu Rostam.

Abbas Ubaid described the overall scene of the match as "a state of disappointment" from some names, considering that the absence of fighting spirit and poor mental and physical positioning put the team in an embarrassing situation. He emphasized that some players let down the aspirations of the fans and the club management, which is competing strongly for top positions.

Abbas Obeid's analysis reveals that Al Zawraa's crisis after the international break is not merely tactical concerning coach Basim Qasim, but rather a mental and psychological issue affecting the team's key players.

Quqiya and Hiran Ahmed, along with the other players, need to quickly reassess their performances and return to their usual level. The competition for the league title cannot afford any further decline in their contributions, and the fans will not accept any new excuses in the upcoming rounds.