From the Stands to the Spotlight: Zakho Fans Crowned the World’s Best In 2025
16 December 2025
Historic Night for Zakho’s Supporters
Zakho FC announced a public celebration at the club’s stadium after earning the Best Fans of 2025 award.
The recognition came after a commendable gesture in a May league match against Al-Hudud, when toys were distributed to hospitalized children in attendance.
Official Reactions and Sportsmanship
In response, Adnan Darjal, President of the Iraqi Football Association, sent a formal congratulations to the club for its fan group’s global recognition.
His message highlighted that the Zakho supporters earned their title through unity and compassion, even topping rivals from Argentina and Spain.
He also urged the Fans’ Association to maintain awareness, passion, and fair play, insisting that football should stay about more than victory or loss.
Note: If football had a mood ring, Zakho fans would glow green every match—proof that hype and humility can share the same season ticket.
Note to other clubs: bring earplugs—Zakho fans’ chants are louder than the goal horn and longer than your trophy cabinet’s memory.
