The 2015–16 season was Al Shorta's 42nd season in the Iraqi Premier League, having featured in all 42 editions of the competition.

Al Shorta participated in the Iraqi Premier League, while they withdrew from the Iraq FA Cup and did not enter the AFC Cup.

The managerial instability at the club contributed to their disappointing campaign as they had four different managers all in the same season.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.