Karkh renews contract with Syrian coach Ayman al-Hakim

BAGHDAD, Iraq — Karkh Club has extended its contract with Syrian coach Ayman al-Hakim for one more season, the club announced. The renewal follows the team's results this season, according to deputy chairman Haydar Lazim. Lazim said the management has given al-Hakim full authority over player selection for next season. He added that both sides also agreed to continue with the assistant coaches and, if needed, add a new name to the technical staff. Karkh is seventh in the league with 59 points after 37 rounds. The team will face Talaba in its final match.