Naft Maysan desperately need points today at 8:00 PM in the Stars League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Naft Maysan come into this fixture out of form (0W 2L recently). Al Talaba, meanwhile, arrive drawing too many games (3D in last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

In 10 previous meetings, Naft Maysan lead 5–3 with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Al Talaba won 1–0.

Verdict: Al Talaba's quality should tell even on the road. Naft Maysan will push, but the visitors have too much class. Al Talaba to win.