Erbil FC, Kurdistan’s most successful club, set to face Iraq’s Air Force Club in epic Iraq Cup Final Showdown at Baghdad’s Al Shab Stadium on Saturday. In order to attend and support the Kurdish club, Thousands of Kurdish fans are heading to Baghdad.
Erbil Football Club will play against one of Iraq’s most supported club in a highly anticipated showdown. The Epic Rivalry Between Erbil and Airforce FC Symbolizes the Passionate Clash of Kurdish Pride and Iraqi National Representation.
Erbil Secures final spot with Impressive 1-0 victory over Al Hidod last week. And the Airforce defeated Al Karkh.
In the previous encounter between Erbil and Baghdad’s Airforce FC, Erbil won 1-0.
Erbil Coach confirms Inclusion of Two Brazilian and Ugandan Players Helio Monter, Bubakir in starting lineup for Saturday’s Match. Reveals to Kurdaily.
“We have thoroughly prepared ourselves for this moment, ensuring our players’ high morale. So We are determined to do whatever it takes to bring the cup home to Erbil.” Erbil’s Manager Abas Obaid told Kurdaily.
“Despite our request to the Iraqi Football Federation to hold the game in either Zakho or Erbil. But it was unfortunately rejected. Nevertheless, we remain highly confident that we will secure the cup, even in Baghdad.”
If Erbil emerges victorious in the match, they will make history as the first Kurdish team to claim the Iraqi Cup title. This achievement would mark a significant milestone for the club and the entire Kurdish football community, showcasing their strength and capabilities on the national stage.
Erbil Football Club is a prominent football club based in Erbil, which is the capital city of the Kurdistan Region in Iraq. Established in 1968, Erbil FC has become one of the most successful clubs in Kurdish football. The club competes in domestic leagues and tournaments in Iraq.
Erbil FC has demonstrated its dominance in Iraqi football by claiming the title of Iraqi Premier League champions on four occasions. The most recent triumph came in the 2011/12 season. During the season they showcased exceptional performance, losing only a single match throughout the campaign. This impressive feat solidifies Erbil FC’s reputation as a formidable force within the Iraqi football landscape.
Erbil holds the distinction of being the first team from the Iraqi league to qualify for continental club tournaments.
Though they made their debut in the prestigious Asian Champions League in 2008. But were unable to advance beyond the group stage. However, in the AFC Cup, Asia’s secondary continental tournament, Erbil FC achieved notable success, finishing as runners-up in both 2012 and 2014.
