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Farid Gayibov: Baku's status as world sports capital was not a gift

Farid Gayibov: Baku's status as world sports capital was not a gift

Azerbaijan's sports minister says the recognition is the result of years of work and the country's experience in hosting major international events

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Spain to host Croatia as Nations League action continues

29 September 11:47

Spain to host Croatia as Nations League action continues

The reigning world champions will play at home for the first time since their 2026 World Cup triumph

216 swimmers from 44 countries to compete at World Cup in Baku

29 September 17:13

216 swimmers from 44 countries to compete at World Cup in Baku

The three-day competition will be held at the Baku Aquatics Palace from October 1 to 3

Mahir Mammadov presents award to chess player who refused win without playing

28 September 16:36

Mahir Mammadov presents award to chess player who refused win without playing

The FIDE vice-president presented Tin Jingyao with the prestigious trophy for demonstrating the principles of fair play

Harry Kane emerges as main favourite for 2026 Ballon d'Or

29 September 10:30

Harry Kane emerges as main favourite for 2026 Ballon d'Or

Polymarket gives the Bayern Munich and England striker a 58 per cent chance of winning the award