Al Karma 3–0 Al Quwa Al Jawiya
Iraq Stars League | May 11, 2026

Al Karma delivered a stunning performance in the Iraq Stars League, defeating title contenders Al Quwa Al Jawiya 3–0 at home. The result was a major statement from the mid-table side, who executed a near-perfect game plan to dismantle one of the league’s most storied clubs.

Match Overview

The first half was tense, with Al Quwa Al Jawiya enjoying more possession but creating few clear chances. Al Karma’s defense, marshaled by captain Haidar Raheem, was resolute. The breakthrough came in the 37th minute when striker Ali Yousif controlled a long ball on his chest and volleyed past the visiting goalkeeper – a goal that sent the home crowd into raptures.

After the interval, Al Karma doubled their lead through a penalty converted by midfielder Sajjad Jassim in the 52nd minute, following a handball in the box. Al Quwa Al Jawiya pushed forward in search of a lifeline, but Al Karma struck on the counterattack in the 74th minute, with winger Ahmed Mohsen finishing a swift move to make it 3–0. The visitors were reduced to ten men late on after a second yellow card for defender Amjad Attwan.

Key Moments

• 37' – 1–0: Ali Yousif’s brilliant volley opens the scoring.
• 52' – 2–0: Sajjad Jassim converts a penalty after a handball.
• 74' – 3–0: Ahmed Mohsen finishes a counterattack to seal the win.
• 86' – Red card: Amjad Attwan receives a second yellow for a rash tackle.

Standout Performers

Ali Yousif was the hero for Al Karma, scoring a spectacular goal and leading the line tirelessly. Haidar Raheem anchored the defense with authority, ensuring Al Quwa Al Jawiya’s forwards found no space.

Table Impact

The victory lifts Al Karma to eighth in the Iraq Stars League table, moving them four points clear of the relegation zone. For Al Quwa Al Jawiya, the defeat is a setback in their pursuit of the title; they now trail league leaders Al Shorta by five points with eight matches remaining.

Al Karma’s performance demonstrated that in the competitive landscape of Iraqi football, any team can rise on a given night – and this result will be remembered as one of the upsets of the season.