Khamzat Chimaev explains decision to obtain UAE citizenship
Several years earlier, he had moved to Dubai to live and train
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Batrakov adapted quickly to Galatasaray, Terim says
The Turkish coach noted that the Russian midfielder is constantly growing and developing
Russians win World Fire and Rescue Sports Championships
An official opening ceremony of the 21st Men's and 12th Women's World Championships in Fire and Rescue Sports was held in Baku.
Galatasaray beat Stuttgart in Champions League
Galatasaray handed Stuttgart their first Champions League defeat of the season Tuesday as Russian midfielder Aleksei Batrakov struck twice in a blistering opening 15 minutes to seal a 2-0 victory in Istanbul.
CAS directs to allow Russian teams to compete in international tournaments
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has instructed the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) to allow Russian national teams to take part in international competitions, Russian Sports Minister Mikhail Degtyarev said.
Harry Kane wins 2026 Ballon d'Or award
Bayern Munich and England striker Harry Kane has won the 2026 Ballon d’Or award, presented by the French magazine France Football to the world’s best player.
Moscow to host World Weightlifting Championships
The 2030 World Weightlifting Championships will be held in Moscow, the press service of the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) announced.
Azerbaijani wrestler crowned five-time world champion
Azerbaijani wrestler Eldeniz Azizli has won the gold medal at the World Wrestling Championships in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan.
Azerbaijan beat Andorra at FIFA U-15 World Cup
Azerbaijan defeated Andorra 1-0 in their second match at the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Baku on October 25.
FIFA President thanks Azerbaijan for U15 World Cup and Festival
Gianni Infantino, the FIFA President, has expressed his gratitude to Azerbaijan for its work in organizing and hosting the U-15 World Cup and its accompanying festival.
FIFA U-15 World Cup kicks off in Baku
The FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival 2026 has kicked off in Baku on October 24. The official opening ceremony of the World Championship will take place today at 19:00.
Dates announced for U-20 World Cup in Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan
FIFA has confirmed the schedule for the U-20 World Cup which will be held in Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan.
UEFA gives FIFA November deadline to release Infantino World Cup plan documents
UEFA has given FIFA a November 2 deadline to release documents relating to Gianni Infantino ’s aborted attempts at a secretive investment plan for the World Cup and other governance issues.
Ilham Aliyev attends opening of World Judo Championships in Baku
The tournament's official opening ceremony was held on Monday
Baku hosts Swimming World Cup for the first time
A stage of the Swimming World Cup kicked off today in the Azerbaijani capital, notably marking the first time the Russian national team is competing under its national flag and anthem
SOCAR to sponsor Italian national football team
SOCAR has concluded a partnership agreement with the Italian Football Federation. The company will serve as the energy partner of the Italian national team for the next four years.
Main race of Azerbaijan Formula One Grand Prix underway in Baku
The world’s top drivers will have to complete 51 laps
Head of Kazakhstan Chess Federation elected FIDE president
The world chess governing body was previously headed by Arkady Dvorkovich
F1 reduces maximum distance of races
Formula 1 has announced the maximum race distance for grands prix will be reduced by 15km from 305km to 290km for the 2027 season.
Turkish Airlines becomes Liverpool's new shirt sponsor
Starting with the 2027–28 season, the Turkish Airlines logo will appear on the front of Liverpool’s playing shirts
