Novruz and Dahuk played out a goalless draw in the Iraq League's regular season fourth round. The match took place on August 30th, 2026, and neither side could find a breakthrough despite their efforts.
There was a goal at the sixth minute, though it was disallowed or cancelled out — the final score remained 0:0. Novruz pressed forward for much of the first half, while Dahuk sat deep and looked to counter. By then, the pattern was clear: attacks without penetration.
The statistics tell an interesting story. Novruz dominated possession with 56% and registered 68 attacks, yet failed to produce a single shot on target. Dahuk managed only 44% of the ball and 51 attacks, also ending with zero shots on target. Both teams showed more aggression through 10 shots off target combined.
The visitors came away with three yellow cards compared to Novruz's single booking, suggesting a more physical approach from the away side. Five corners were won by the hosts, while the visitors edged ahead with six of their own. Neither side had a player sent off.
Looking at the table standings, Dahuk sit in 13th place with four points from four games, while Novruz are further down in 18th with just two points. Both sides have yet to secure a victory this season, which speaks to the competitive balance in the lower reaches of the league.
Dahuk's unbeaten run continues with four consecutive draws, while Novruz have won just once in their last five matches. The result keeps both teams in their current positions, with the gap between them remaining at two points.