Georgia names Athletes of the Year
Georgia's National Olympic Committee named World Championships gold medalists Sandro Bazadze (fencing) and Eter Liparteliani (judo) the nation's Athletes of the Year.
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Baku designated as 2026 World Sports Capital
Azerbaijan's Baku has officially been crowned the World Capital of Sport, as the baton has been passed from Monaco, putting the spotlight on Azerbaijan’s capital as the host city for the year 2026.
Azerbaijan establishes Organizing Committee for 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup
President Ilham Aliyev has issued a decree establishing an organizing committee for the 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup, appointing Deputy Prime Minister Samir Sharifov as its chairman.
Azerbaijani boxer bags gold at World Championships in Dubai
This is the first gold medal for the Azerbaijani national team at the tournament
Azerbaijani boxers to compete at championships in Dubai
The Men’s World Boxing Championships are underway in Dubai, UAE.
Ajax defeats Qarabağ in Baku
The UEFA Champions League group stage match between Qarabağ and Dutch side Ajax has concluded in Baku yesterday evening.
Petr Yan reclaims UFC championship belt
Russian fighter Petr Yan has reclaimed the UFC bantamweight championship with a unanimous decision victory over Georgia's Merab Dvalishvili in a fight that went the full five rounds.
Georgian footballer named best player in China
FC Shandong Taishan's Georgian international Vako Qazaishvili has received Chinese Super League Player of the Season recognition following an outstanding campaign.
Russian judoka Tasuev claims silver medal at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam
Russian athlete Abdul-Kerim Tasuev has secured a silver medal at the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam tournament, marking the Russian team's first competition under national symbols in three years.
Farid Gayibov re-elected as President of European Gymnastics
Azerbaijan’s Minister of Youth and Sports Farid Gayibov has been re-elected as the president of the European Gymnastics Federation (European Gymnastics), the federation's press service reported.
Topuria reveals hiatus from active competition
UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria has revealed that he will not compete in the first quarter of 2026 due to personal reasons.
Mamison opens new opportunities for skiers, head of ATOR says
She expressed hope that everything will go well, as tourists have been awaiting the opening of Mamison for many years
Napoli overcomes Qarabag in Champions League
The match of the 5th round of the general stage of the UEFA Champions League between Qarabağ and Napoli took place in Naples.
Neftchi intends to part ways with head coach
Neftchi's management is considering the dismissal of head coach Samir Abasov. This follows the Baku club's home defeat to a newly promoted team in the Premier League.
Makhachev ready to fight Ian Machado Garry
Double UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev said he is ready to fight top contender in the UFC's welterweight division Ian Machado Garry.
Russia and Azerbaijan meet in World Chess Championship final
The Azerbaijani chess players won the medal at the World Women's Team Chess Championship in Spain.
Islamic Solidarity Games concludes in Riyadh
The closing ceremony of the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games was held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on November 21.
First day of European Taekwondo Championships brings Azerbaijan gold
On the first day of the European Taekwondo Championships in Aigle, Switzerland, young Azerbaijani athletes claimed one gold and two bronze medals.
World Cup qualifying tournament 2026: France defeat Azerbaijan
The match between Azerbaijan and France was held in Baku as part of the 6th round of the 2026 World Cup European Zone qualifying tournament.
Azerbaijani gymnasts become European champions in mixed pairs competition
Azerbaijani gymnasts became European champions in aerobic gymnastics in the mixed pairs competition, the Azerbaijan Gymnastics Federation said.
