Baghdad: Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya (Air Force Club) achieved a hard-fought victory over their hosts, Karbala FC, with a score of 3-2 in the match held this evening at Karbala International Stadium for the sixth round of the Iraqi Stars League. The game was marked by intense competition and dramatic turns, captivating the audience until the final whistle.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the match saw Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya take an early lead when Karbala defender Salomon Benjamin inadvertently scored an own goal in the 35th minute. The visiting team extended their advantage in the 50th minute with a goal from Boudrama. However, Karbala FC mounted a comeback as their professional player, Amutu, found the back of the net in the 63rd minute, and Akpodji equalized in the 71st minute, bringing the score to 2-2.

The decisive moment came in the 82nd minute when Mohammed Jawad scored, securing a 3-2 victory for Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya. This win elevated their points tally to 7, placing them in tenth position in the league standings. Meanwhile, Karbala FC’s points remained at 5, leaving them in sixteenth position.