Al Karkh vs Al Shorta: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Al Karkh prepare to host Al-Shorta on May 28, 2026, with kick-off at 17:00, this IRAQ: Super League fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Al Karkh, currently 7th in the standings with 59 points from 36 games, trail the leaders by 24 points. They've earned 30 points from 18 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 12 goals scored.

Al-Shorta, sitting 2nd with 76 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 32 points from 18 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Recent meetings between Al Karkh and Al-Shorta have favored Al-Shorta, with Al-Shorta claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-3). Over the past few seasons, Al-Shorta have held the upper hand in this matchup.

In their previous league match against Al Najaf, Al Karkh recorded a 5-2 victory while lining up in a standard formation.

Al-Shorta's last outing came against Erbil, where they secured a 0-2 defeat using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Al Karkh are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Al Karkh and Al-Shorta are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Al Karkh's fixtures have averaged 2.8 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Al-Shorta's games average 2.7 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.

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