Iraq Stars League table 2026-27
Al Karma SC lead the Iraq Stars League table in 2026-27 with 30 points from 13 matches, 5 points clear of second-placed Al-Naft. The table was last updated after Arbil 1-1 Al Gharraf on 8 Nov 2026. This page shows the position, points, goal difference and last-five form of all 20 clubs, plus the top scorers and the next fixtures.
Updated: 8 Nov 2026 at 13:30 (UK time)
Standings
The table updates live while matches are on| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Al Karma SC | 13 | 9 | 3 | 1 | +13 | 30 |
| 2 | Al-Naft | 13 | 7 | 4 | 2 | +8 | 25 |
| 3 | Al Shorta | 13 | 6 | 6 | 1 | +8 | 24 |
| 4 | Newroz SC(IRQ) | 13 | 6 | 5 | 2 | +9 | 23 |
| 5 | Al Jolan SC | 13 | 6 | 5 | 2 | +7 | 23 |
| 6 | Al Zawraa | 13 | 6 | 3 | 4 | +5 | 21 |
| 7 | Arbil | 13 | 5 | 5 | 3 | +7 | 20 |
| 8 | Al Talaba | 13 | 4 | 7 | 2 | +1 | 19 |
| 9 | Duhok | 13 | 4 | 6 | 3 | +4 | 18 |
| 10 | AL Minaa | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | -1 | 17 |
| 11 | Ghaz Al Shamal | 13 | 3 | 7 | 3 | -1 | 16 |
| 12 | Dyala | 13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | -3 | 14 |
| 13 | Al Gharraf | 13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | -6 | 14 |
| 14 | Al Quwa Al Jawiya | 13 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 13 |
| 15 | Zakho | 13 | 3 | 4 | 6 | -7 | 13 |
| 16 | Al Karkh | 13 | 3 | 3 | 7 | -5 | 12 |
| 17 | Mosul FC | 13 | 3 | 3 | 7 | -8 | 12 |
| 18 | AI Kahrabaa | 13 | 2 | 5 | 6 | -6 | 11 |
| 19 | Naft Misan | 13 | 1 | 6 | 6 | -11 | 9 |
| 20 | Karbalaa | 13 | 1 | 4 | 8 | -14 | 7 |
Title race and top of the Iraq Stars League table 2026-27
Al Karma SC top the table with 30 points from 13 matches: 9 wins, 3 draws, 1 defeats, 23 goals scored and 10 conceded (goal difference +13). Al Karma SC are averaging 2.31 points per match, scoring 1.77 and conceding 0.77 goals a game. Their nearest rivals Al-Naft have 25 points from 13 matches (7 wins, 4 draws, 2 defeats) with 15 goals scored and 7 conceded. Third to fifth are Al Shorta on 24 points, Newroz SC(IRQ) on 23 points and Al Jolan SC on 23 points. The gap from first to second is 5 points, and to fourth 7 points.
Relegation zone and bottom of the Iraq Stars League table
The relegation zone is currently occupied by Naft Misan (9 pts), Karbalaa (7 pts). AI Kahrabaa in position 18 are the last team above the drop zone, 2 points ahead of Naft Misan in position 19. Bottom club Karbalaa have 7 points from 13 matches (1 wins, 4 draws, 8 defeats) with 11 goals scored and 25 conceded. The gap between the leaders and the bottom club is 23 points.
Best attack, best defence and form
The most productive attack belongs to Al Karma SC with 23 goals, an average of 1.77 per match. The best defence belongs to Newroz SC(IRQ), who have conceded only 6 goals, 0.46 per match. At the other end, Naft Misan have scored the fewest goals (8) and Karbalaa have conceded the most (25). In total 282 goals have been scored in 130 matches, an average of 2.17 per match. 9 of the 20 clubs have a positive goal difference. Al Karma SC have the most wins (9) and Al Talaba the most draws (7). Of the 130 matches played so far, 49 ended level, about 37 percent. The best form over the last five matches belongs to Al Jolan SC: 4 wins, 1 draws, 0 defeats. The worst form over the last five belongs to Naft Misan: 0 wins, 2 draws, 3 defeats. Al Jolan SC are on a run of 4 consecutive wins.
The Iraq Stars League season 2026-27 so far
The table has 20 clubs; so far each club has played between 13 and 13 matches. In mid-table, Ghaz Al Shamal sit in position 11 with 16 points. Across the league clubs are averaging 1.31 points per match. Positions are usually decided by points, then goal difference, then goals scored; where the competition's own regulations set a different order, those regulations apply. The next scheduled match is Duhok v Arbil on 19 Nov 2026 at 13:00, with 10 matches in the next 15 days. The current top scorer is Abdullah Basim (Al Shorta) with 1 goals.
Iraq Stars League table FAQ
Who is top of the Iraq Stars League table right now?
Al Karma SC lead with 30 points from 13 matches, followed by Al-Naft on 25 points.
When is the Iraq Stars League table updated?
After every full-time whistle. The latest update followed Arbil 1-1 Al Gharraf on 8 Nov 2026 at 13:30.
Which teams are in the Iraq Stars League relegation zone?
Currently Naft Misan (9 pts), Karbalaa (7 pts). Positions can change every round.
How are teams separated when they are level on points?
Positions are usually decided by points, then goal difference, then goals scored; where the competition's own regulations set a different order, those regulations apply.
Who is the Iraq Stars League top scorer?
Abdullah Basim of Al Shorta with 1 goals; the full list is on the top scorers page.