Al-Qowa Al-Jawiya staged a comeback from being a goal down to defeat Nawruz 2-1 in the 18th round of the Iraqi football league. The match was crucial for Al-Qowa Al-Jawiya as it helped them maintain their lead in the standings, accumulating a total of 40 points. This places them five points ahead of their closest rival, Al-Shorta, who has played two games less.

Nawruz initially took the lead when Neto Akara scored in the first minute of injury time during the first half, generating excitement for their fans. However, Al-Qowa Al-Jawiya equalized in the 59th minute with a penalty converted by Issam Al-Sabhi, showcasing their resilience. Shortly after, in the 64th minute, Eid Al-Rashidi netted the second goal for Al-Qowa Al-Jawiya, solidifying their victory.

In another match of the same round, Al-Gharaf secured a 1-0 win against the host team, Al-Mina, thanks to a goal from Ahmad Al-Hadri in the sixth minute. With this victory, Al-Gharaf now has 26 points, sitting in 11th place, while Al-Mina remains at 20 points in 14th position. The outcomes of these matches have significant implications for the league standings as teams jostle for better positions heading into the final stretches of the season.