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Chess Olympiad in Samarkand Opens with Major Upset
The 46th World Chess Olympiad began in Samarkand, with top teams winning their opening matches and Thailand’s Prin Laohawirapap defeating India’s Arjun Erigaisi.
Mirziyoyev: Hosting Chess Olympiad Shows Trust in UzbekistanMirziyoyev: Hosting Chess Olympiad Shows Trust in Uzbekistan
Shavkat Mirziyoyev, World Chess Olympiad, Chess Olympiad 2026, Uzbekistan, Samarkand, FIDE, chess, Uzbek chess players, Nodirbek Abdusattorov, Javokhir Sindarov
Uzbekistan Crush Philippines 5-1 in Asian Games Opener
Uzbekistan’s Olympic football team opened its 2026 Asian Games campaign with a 5-1 win over the Philippines in Nagoya on 15 September.
Uzbekistan Boxing Team to Hold Training Camp in China
Uzbekistan’s national boxing team will hold a joint international training camp in China from 14 to 24 September and compete in the Belt and Road tournament.
Uzbekistan to Face Syria in FIFA Window Friendly
Uzbekistan’s national football team will play Syria in a friendly in Tashkent on 1 October during the FIFA international window.
Pakhtakor Draw 1-1 with Al Ahli in AFC Champions League
Pakhtakor held defending champions Al Ahli to a 1-1 draw in their opening AFC Champions League Elite 2026/27 match in Jeddah.
Uzbekistan Futsal Team to Travel to Europe
Uzbekistan’s futsal team will travel to Hungary on 15 September for a European tour featuring matches against strong opponents.
Neftchi Beat Air Force 1-0 in AFC Champions League Elite
Neftchi Ferghana defeated Iraq’s Air Force 1-0 in their opening AFC Champions League Elite match, with Zoran Marusic scoring in the 83rd minute.
Uzbekistan Women Draw 1-1 with Philippines at Asian Games
Uzbekistan’s women’s football team drew 1-1 with the Philippines in the opening round of the 2026 Asian Games tournament in Gifu.
Tashkent to Host CAFA U-17 Women’s Championship 2026
Uzbekistan will host the CAFA U-17 Women’s Championship 2026 from 15 to 19 September, with four Central Asian teams taking part.