UFC announces Umar Nurmagomedov's new opponent
Umar Nurmagomedov will face an American opponent at a UFC event in the United Arab Emirates
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Khvicha Kvaratskhelia named Champions League player of season
Paris St Germain's Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was named the Champions League Player of the Season by UEFA.
Azerbaijani footballers beat France, advance to European Championship knockout stage
The team passed undefeated the group stage, by winning over Austria and Italy in addition to France
IIHF decision on ban against Russian hockey teams overturned
The disciplinary body of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) has overturned the decision by the organization's Council to bar Russia’s teams from competing in the 2026-2027 season, Russian Sports Minister Mikhail Degtyarev said.
Azerbaijani karate athletes win 9 medals at European Championship
The 61st WKF European Karate Championship has concluded in Frankfurt, Germany, the Azerbaijan Karate Federation said.
Iran to move World Cup base from US to Mexico
Iran will base their squad in the Mexican border city of Tijuana during this year’s World Cup after football’s world governing body FIFA approved a request to move their training camp from Arizona, the head of Iran’s football federation said.
Three players left Qarabag
Agdam's Qarabag has begun forming its squad for the new season. Three players have left the team.
FIFA President congratulates Sabah FC
Sabah FC has become the Azerbaijani champion for the first time in its history. The President of FIFA extended his congratulations to the Baku team on this occasion.
Russian gymnasts allowed to perform with flag and anthem
The Executive Committee of World Gymnastics has decided to lift restrictions imposed on Russian athletes and allow them to compete under the national flag and anthem, the Russian Gymnastics Federation’s press service said.
FIFA to discuss Iran participation in 2026 World Cup with Iranian Football Federation
FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafstrom will meet Iranian FA (FFIRI) officials in Istanbul on Saturday and offer "reassurance" over Iran's participation in the World Cup, Reuters reported, citing a source familiar with the talks.
Russian wrestlers exempted from restrictions at international tournaments
The Bureau of the United World Wrestling (UWW) has ruled to permit Russian athletes of all age categories to participate in international competitions under the national flag and to the tune of the country’s anthem, the Russian Olympic Committee said.
Seven Azerbaijani karate fighters crowned European champions
Azerbaijani karate fighters delivered an impressive performance at the European Fudokan Championship held in Romania’s Sfântu Gheorghe city, securing nine medals, including seven gold medals.
Azerbaijani wrestlers win three medals at European Championships in Bulgaria
Azerbaijan’s U-17 Greco-Roman wrestling team has claimed three medals at the European Championship being held in Samokov, Bulgaria.
Russian judoka wins Grand Slam silver
The competition is currently underway in Astana, Kazakhstan
European Rhythmic Gymnastics Cup kicks off in Baku
Baku is the venue for the European Rhythmic Gymnastics Cup, with the opening ceremony having been held in Azerbaijan's capital.
Georgia and Armenia to co-host 2029 FIFA U20 World Cup
Armenia and Georgia have been named as the hosts of the 2029 FIFA U20 World Cup. The tournament will be the first major FIFA event to be held in both countries.
Formula One races to be back on Turkey
The Turkish Grand Prix returns to the calendar of the Formula One World Championship next year with a five-year contract, F1 press office said.
Baku to host UFC tournaments annually
UFC Fight Night events are planned to be held annually in Baku through 2028, the Baku City Circuit Operations Company said.
Iran outlines conditions for participation at FIFA World Cup
The Iranian national football team may still participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup if the safety of the team is ensured, Iranian Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali said.
Russian gymnasts takes 3rd place in all-around gymnastics at World Cup in Baku
They lose only to the Israeli and the Spanish teams
