Sema
On Sunday, Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, Masrour Barzani, congratulated the Duhok and Zakho football clubs on reaching the final of the Iraq FA Cup.
In his message, the Prime Minister emphasized that this achievement is the result of the efforts of Kurdistan’s youth and a source of pride and honor for all people of the Region.
Through a post on the platform X, Masrour Barzani wished both teams continued success in the upcoming final match.
https://x.com/masrourbarzani/status/1944285648782827996
Duhok and Zakho qualified for the Iraq Cup final on Saturday after defeating last season’s champion, Al-Shorta, and runner-up Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya (Air Force Club), respectively.
The 32nd edition of the Iraq Cup will witness the crowning of a new champion for the first time in history, as neither Duhok nor Zakho has ever won the title. Al-Zawraa remains the most decorated club in the tournament’s history with 16 titles.
Duhok secured their place in the final with a 3–1 victory over Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya, while Zakho advanced by defeating Al-Shorta in a penalty shootout (4–3) after a goalless draw in regular time.