Erbil Hosts an International Tournament Once Again After 12 Years

On Wednesday night, November 4, 2026, in the presence of Dr. Pishtiwan Sadiq, Head of the Erbil Organization Bureau; Omed Khoshnaw, Governor of Erbil; and Aryan Salahuddin, Deputy Minister of Culture and Youth, the match between Erbil Sports Club (Erbil SC) and Kuwait's Kazma SC took place in the city of Erbil.
 

The match was held as part of the third round of the Gulf Club Champions League. In this match, Erbil SC crushed Kuwait's Kazma SC with a decisive score of six goals to zero (6-0). With this resounding victory, the team has taken a crucial step toward the next stage of the tournament. This match held special sporting significance, as it marks Erbil SC's return to international competition after a 12-year hiatus.

The club's last participation in an international tournament dates back to 2015, when it competed in the AFC Cup. It is worth noting that both clubs have secured four championship titles in their respective domestic leagues.

At the conclusion of the match, attendees and Erbil SC fans congratulated the team, expressing their hopes for its continued success and progression to the advanced stages of the championship.