Newroz FC vs Al Shorta: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Newroz FC prepare to host Al-Shorta on May 5, 2026, with kick-off at 16:30, this IRAQ: Super League fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Newroz FC, currently 9th in the standings with 47 points from 32 games, trail the leaders by 27 points. They've earned 26 points from 17 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals.

Al-Shorta, sitting 2nd with 67 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 26 points from 16 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 8 goals.

Recent meetings between Newroz FC and Al-Shorta have favored Al-Shorta, with Al-Shorta claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-3). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Al Karma, Newroz FC recorded a 1-0 victory while lining up in a standard formation.

Al-Shorta's last outing came against Naft, where they secured a 1-0 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Newroz FC are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Newroz FC 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 plenty of goals: Newroz FC's fixtures have averaged 2.5 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Al-Shorta's games average 3.3 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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