Karbalaa desperately need points on Friday, Feb 12 at 5:00 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 red-hot form (4W from last 5). Karbalaa travel struggling badly (1W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Al Zawraa won their last outing, while Karbalaa suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

History strongly favours Al Zawraa here — they've won 6 of 10 previous meetings against Karbalaa, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 1–1 draw. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.0 per game in recent meetings.

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