July 23, 2026
'We'll try at home': Kairat coach comments on Champions League defeat
Kairat coach Rafael Urazbakhtin comments on Champions League away loss to Omonia, says team will try to improve at home. Return leg on July 29 in Almaty.
July 23, 2026
WBO president suggests Alimkhanuly could become mandatory challenger in new weight class
WBO President Gustavo Olivieri suggests Janibek Alimkhanuly could immediately become mandatory challenger at super middleweight after doping suspension.
July 22, 2026
FIFA unveils symbolic team for 2026 World Cup; Spain crowned champions
FIFA announced the 2026 World Cup symbolic team, voted by fans, featuring Messi, Mbappé, Haaland and others. Spain won the final 1-0 over Argentina. Mbappé top scorer, Rodri Golden Ball.
July 22, 2026
FBI detains Argentine Football Association president in New York
FBI detains Argentine Football Association President Claudio Tapia in New York. Electronics seized, court date July 30. Investigation into AFA finances follows tax complaint.
July 22, 2026
Kairat loses Champions League qualifier to Omonia despite man advantage
Kairat lost 1-0 to Omonia in the Champions League second qualifying round first leg despite a man advantage from the 33rd minute. Return match July 29.
July 22, 2026
Kairat suffers first defeat in new Champions League season
Kairat lost 1-0 to Omonia in the Champions League second qualifying round first leg. The return is July 29 in Almaty. Panayiotis Andreou scored the only goal.
July 22, 2026
Alexander Bublik Reaches Quarterfinals at ATP 250 in Austria
Kazakhstan's Alexander Bublik, ranked 11th, defeated Facundo Díaz Acosta 6:3, 7:5 to reach the quarterfinals of the ATP 250 tournament in Kitzbühel, Austria.
July 22, 2026
Alexander Bublik begins title defense in Kitzbühel with victory
Alexander Bublik started his title defense at the ATP-250 in Kitzbühel with a 6:3, 7:5 win over Facundo Díaz Acosta, advancing to the quarterfinals.
July 22, 2026
Kyrgyz Boy Mounts Kazakhstani Rider's Horse, Takes Third in Baiga
At the Issyk-Kul Cup in Kyrgyzstan, a local boy jumped on a Kazakh rider's fallen horse, finished third, and then received 250,000 soms from the horse's owner.
July 22, 2026
FT: Liverpool could be valued at $6 billion in deal with Amit Bhatia
Investor Amit Bhatia, son-in-law of steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal, may acquire a minority stake in Liverpool FC valuing the club at over $6 billion, per FT.
July 22, 2026
World Fencing Championships Kick Off in Hong Kong with Kazakh Athletes
The 2026 World Fencing Championships are underway in Hong Kong with 22 Kazakh athletes. First results, prize fund of $1.02 million, and schedule. Updated daily.
July 22, 2026
"System is rotten to the core": La Liga president calls on Infantino to resign as FIFA chief
La Liga president Javier Tebas calls on FIFA chief Infantino to resign, saying the system is 'rotten to the core' and he enjoys support from federations.
July 22, 2026
'Unfinished Business': Alimkhanuly Calls Out Canelo After Weight Class Change
Kazakh boxer Janibek Alimkhanuly challenges Canelo Álvarez after moving up to super middleweight, saying they have unfinished business. He vacated his WBO middleweight title.
July 21, 2026
Kazakh Goalkeeper Stas Pokatilov Helps Sabah Secure Third Straight Champions League Win
Kazakh goalkeeper Stas Pokatilov starred in Sabah's 1-0 win over KuPS, their third straight Champions League victory. The return leg is July 28 in Kuopio.
July 21, 2026
Kazakh taekwondo athletes win seven gold medals at tournament in South Korea
Kazakh taekwondo athletes won 21 medals (7 gold, 6 silver, 8 bronze) at an international youth tournament in Chuncheon, South Korea, reports infohub.kz.
July 21, 2026
Messi Named Best Player of World Cup by AIPS
Lionel Messi was voted best player of the World Cup by AIPS, earning 1,179 points. He beat Mbappé and Bellingham. Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in the final.
July 21, 2026
Kazakhstan's Top Athletes to Compete in Astana for Asian Games Selection
More than 265 athletes from 17 regions will compete at the 35th Kazakhstan Athletics Championships in Astana from July 22-24 for spots on the national team for the Asian Games.
July 21, 2026
Skatov lives up to lucky loser status in Estoril
Timofey Skatov, a lucky loser, beat Jesper de Jong at the Estoril Open to reach round two, facing Andrey Rublev. Also includes results from Kitzbühel.
July 21, 2026
Kazakh tennis player Timofey Skatov advances to second round of ATP 250 in Portugal
Kazakh tennis player Timofey Skatov secured a comeback victory over Jesper de Jong to reach the second round of the ATP 250 tournament in Estoril, Portugal.
July 21, 2026
Aktobe to Host International Para Table Tennis Tournament
Approximately 200 athletes from 23 countries will compete in Aktobe, Kazakhstan, at the ITTF World Para Future Aktobe 2026 para table tennis tournament from July 25 to 28.
July 21, 2026
2 million people greet Spain's World Cup-winning team in Madrid
Around 2 million people lined the streets of Madrid to welcome Spain's national football team after their victory in the 2026 World Cup. The team met King Felipe VI and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez before a parade.
July 21, 2026
WTT Youth Contender Almaty 2026: where and when to watch the international tournament
From July 24 to 27, Almaty will host the WTT Youth Contender 2026 international ranking tournament. Discover the full schedule, age categories, and free entry details for all events.
July 21, 2026
Kazakh UFC Fighter Asu Almabaev to Make RAF Debut Against Johnny DiJulius
UFC flyweight Asu Almabaev will face wrestler Johnny DiJulius in a freestyle wrestling match at RAF12 on August 22 in Cleveland. It marks his RAF debut.
July 21, 2026
Young Kazakhstani wins gold at prestigious WTT table tennis tournament in Tashkent
Kazakhstani table tennis player Zhaniya Bekmukhambetova won gold at the prestigious WTT Youth Contender Tashkent II in the girls' under-13 category, securing seven consecutive victories.
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