The Iraq Stars League match between Zakho SC and Al Karkh on December 31, 2025, ended in a 1-1 draw, a result that left both teams sharing the points in a closely fought contest. This draw did little to aid either side's aspirations of moving significantly up the league table, reflecting a fairly even encounter. Zakho SC started strongly and were rewarded with an early goal from a corner kick, taking a lead into halftime. Al Karkh improved after the break and found their equalizer in the 65th minute through a deflected shot from outside the box. Both teams had chances to win the game in the final stages, with Zakho SC hitting the woodwork and Al Karkh forcing a smart save in injury time. The final score of 1-1 was a fair reflection of the balance of play over the ninety minutes. The Zakho SC manager expressed disappointment at not holding onto their lead, while the Al Karkh coach was pleased with his team's second-half response. The starting XIs featured attacking intent from both sides, leading to an open and entertaining fixture.