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Türkiye Proposes Biennial Turkic Cup Football Tournament
Türkiye has proposed a biennial international football tournament featuring national teams from Turkic states, with preparations involving the country's football federation.
Uzbekistan's Fayzullaev and Shomurodov Could Gain Special Status in Türkiye
Türkiye is considering a proposal to allow footballers from Turkic countries, including Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, to play in its league without foreign-player status.
Uzbekistan U-Youth Futsal Team Loses 4-2 to Kyrgyzstan
Uzbekistan's youth futsal team lost 4-2 to Kyrgyzstan in a friendly in Bishkek on 14 October 2026, following a 2-1 defeat in their first match.
Maria Timofeeva Becomes Uzbekistan’s Top-Ranked Female Player
Maria Timofeeva has climbed to 63rd in the WTA rankings, becoming Uzbekistan’s highest-ranked female tennis player and achieving a career-best position.
Uzbekistan youth futsal team loses to Kyrgyzstan 1–2
Uzbekistan’s youth futsal team lost 2–1 to Kyrgyzstan in a friendly match in Bishkek on 12 October 2026, conceding the winning goal in the 38th minute.
Italian swimming champion Razzetti wears Shomurodov shirt at World Cup
Italian swimmer Alberto Razzetti drew attention at the Swimming World Cup in Tashkent by wearing a shirt bearing the name and number of Uzbekistan captain Eldor Shomurodov.
Neftchi lose 3-1 to Al Nassr in AFC Champions League Elite
Uzbekistan’s Neftchi lost 3-1 to Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr in Riyadh, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring before an own goal sealed the hosts’ victory.
Pakhtakor snatch late draw against Saudi Arabia’s Al Qadsiah
Pakhtakor Tashkent drew 1-1 with Saudi Arabia’s Al Qadsiah in the AFC Champions League Elite after Dostonbek Khamdamov converted an 89th-minute penalty.
Uzbekistan’s Sports Medicine Centre Receives FIMS Certificate
Uzbekistan’s Republican Sports Medicine Centre has received FIMS certification, confirming its status as a partner organisation and opening new opportunities for international cooperation.
Uzbekistan’s Paralympic Team Departs for Asian Para Games in Japan
Uzbekistan’s Paralympic delegation has departed for Japan to compete in the 5th Asian Para Games, scheduled for 18–24 October in Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya.