Zakho SC claimed a hard-fought 1-0 away win against Al Qasim SC in the Iraq Stars League. The fixture, played on March 15, 2026, was a gritty affair decided by a single second-half strike. After a first half of few chances and robust challenges, Zakho found the breakthrough in the 58th minute. A quick counter-attack caught the Al Qasim defense off guard, allowing the Zakho forward to slot the ball calmly past the onrushing keeper. Al Qasim pushed relentlessly for an equalizer, hitting the post with a powerful long-range effort and forcing a series of corners, but the Zakho backline, marshaled superbly by their captain, stood firm. The home team's frustration grew as they failed to convert their pressure, and the match ended with Al Qasim players appealing in vain for a handball in the penalty area. This crucial away victory provides Zakho with vital points in their campaign, potentially lifting them into the top half of the table, while Al Qasim's inconsistent form continues. Both teams fielded strong starting lineups, but it was Zakho's clinical edge and defensive resilience that made the difference on the day.