Al-Qasim desperately need points today at 7:00 PM in the Stars League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Al Zawraa come into this fixture in good form (3W 2D 0L recently). Al-Qasim travel out of form (0W 2L recently), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Al Zawraa won their last outing, while Al-Qasim suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

History strongly favours Al Zawraa here — they've won 6 of 10 previous meetings against Al-Qasim, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Al-Qasim won 0–2.

Verdict: Al Zawraa look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Al-Qasim will make it uncomfortable. Al Zawraa to win.