The Iraqi police team will kick off their journey in the AFC Champions League (2) this evening, Wednesday, when they host their Omani counterpart Al-Seeb at 9:15 PM at Al-Zawra Stadium in the capital, Baghdad, as part of the first round of the tournament.
Al-Police, nicknamed "The Lyre," enters the match with the ambition of making a strong start and collecting three points, taking advantage of the home ground and fan support, aiming to strengthen their position in the group and compete for the top spot.
The Iraqi team looks to deliver a performance that reflects the level of Iraqi football, imposing their style from the first minutes, and achieving a result that gives them a morale boost before facing the rest of their matches in continental competitions.
On the other hand, Al-Seeb aims to present a strong performance and return from Baghdad with a positive result at the start of their journey in the tournament.
The match holds significant importance for both teams, as it represents the first milestone in the competition for qualification spots and continuing the journey in the continental tournament.