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Jonathan Alba, head coach of the Rostov team, shared his thoughts about his team's game in the Russian Fonbet Cup. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. In the second round, the "yellow-blue" team lost narrowly to Pari NN with a score of 0:1. According to the coach, this competition is important for them. They aim to collect 33 points as soon as possible in the Russian Premier League (RPL). At the same time, he emphasized that the fight in the Cup is also significant. Rostov did not start the new season well. They lost three out of four matches. The team under Jonathan Alba has so far gathered three points and is currently in 13th place in the national championship standings. The team continues to work on improving their play and results.

Measures have been taken against a person who seriously violated traffic rules, reports the press service of the Main Directorate of Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. This was reported by Upl.uz. A video circulated on social networks showing the driver of a "KIA Sonet" in Nurobod district deliberately moving towards workers carrying out road repair works. They were conducting repairs on the roadway, and the road was closed for vehicle traffic. Regarding this incident, an administrative report was drawn up against the driver under the "Road hooliganism" article of the Administrative Liability Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The court imposed a fine of 25 base calculation units (10,300,000 soums) on the driver and revoked his driving license for two years. The driver and his passenger stated that they acted this way because they were in a hurry in an attempt to justify themselves. However, their explanations were not accepted. Thus, strict measures are being taken against individuals who violate traffic rules.

Defender Derrick Kyonn of Istanbul's Galatasaray was among the interests of the capital's Spartak club. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The red-and-white team tried to acquire the player, but the player did not give his consent. According to Winner Galatasaray sources, the 26-year-old footballer is not interested in moving to the Russian Premier League. Kyonn prefers a transfer to the German championship, where two teams have shown interest in his services. Derrick joined Galatasaray last winter. Since then, he has appeared in 19 matches for the Istanbul team, scoring one goal and assisting two. His main goal is to continue his career in the German championship. The player's refusal of Spartak's offer reflects his future plans and transfer desires. Derrick Kyonn is striving to choose a comfortable and developed league to further improve his professional level.

Denis Glushakov, former player of the Russian national team and the capital's Spartak club, commented on the future of Serbian specialist Dejan Stankovich as the head coach of the "people's team." This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to Denis, Stankovich may lead the team for two more matches as head coach. He spoke about this on the YouTube channel "O, Rodnoy Futbol!" Currently, the Serbian coach's contract with Russia's leading club runs until the summer of 2027. In the upcoming match, the "red and white" team will face Saint Petersburg's Zenit club at home, at the "Lukoil Arena." At present, the team under Stankovich's leadership is in 11th place in the Russian Premier League standings. Based on this information, there is a possibility of changes in the head coach position in the future.

Serbia's national team central striker Dusan Vlahovich currently holds a contract with Turin's Juventus club and has the opportunity to play for one of the English Premier League clubs. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to the Gazzetta dello Sport publication, Newcastle club plans to add the Serbian footballer to their squad. At this club, Dusan could replace Swedish striker Alexander Isak, as Liverpool is interested in purchasing Isak. Currently, Vlahovich's transfer value is 35 million euros. His contract with Juventus will expire next summer. Last season, the striker played in 44 matches and managed to score 17 goals. These statistics clearly demonstrate his contribution to the team and increase the likelihood of his success in the English Premier League in the future.

Brazilian midfielder Kazemiro shared his thoughts on the chances of "Manchester United" winning in the new season of the English Premier League. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. In an interview with GQ magazine, he expressed confidence in the success of the team known as the "Red Devils" in the championship. In the opening round of the Premier League, the team led by Ruben Amorim will face "Arsenal" in London. This match will take place on August 17 at the "Old Trafford" stadium. "Manchester United" did not perform well in the Premier League competitions before the current season. They accumulated 42 points and ranked 15th in the league table. This result is unsatisfactory for the team, and serious preparations are underway to show better performance in the new season. According to Kazemiro, the team can demonstrate its strength and please its fans. Additionally, in the new season, "Manchester United" aims to compete with strong rivals and strive for top positions.

On Friday, US President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin will meet in Alaska. This was reported by Zamin.uz. This meeting marks the first face-to-face dialogue in six years. Trump's main goal is to reach an agreement to stop Russia's war in Ukraine. The meeting will take place at a US military base and will last several hours. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was not invited to this negotiation and believes that decisions made without Ukraine's participation will be meaningless. Russian President Putin, however, is not changing his position. He demands to maintain full control over the Donbas, Kherson, and Zaporizhzhia regions, as well as Ukraine not joining NATO. Last week, Trump warned about imposing new sanctions on Russia. But after the meeting was announced, the sanctions' deadlines were extended. This situation gave both sides the opportunity to reconsider their strategies. While Trump threatens with strict measures on one hand, there is also a possibility that the negotiations will be conducted in a listening format. European countries and Ukraine do not have high hopes for this meeting. However, the outcome of the negotiations remains uncertain for now. This meeting holds an important place in international politics and may influence the future situation.

An individual who promised to arrange a job in exchange for a bribe was detained by State Security Service officers. This was reported by Upl.uz. In connection with this case, officers from the State Security Service and the Prosecutor General's Office department jointly conducted a special rapid operation. During the operation, a high-ranking employee was caught receiving an advance payment of 3500 US dollars as a bribe, pre-marked with a special chemical substance, at the administrative building of the Shahrisabz district Emergency Situations Department. Investigation revealed that this person had promised to help secure driver positions in the fire-rescue departments of Shahrisabz and Chirakchi districts for a total of 6000 US dollars. A criminal case was initiated under the Criminal Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan for “Fraud” and “Bribery” in connection with this incident. The suspect has been arrested.

21-year-old Argentine footballer Ramiro di Luchano, whose rights belong to the Banfield club, has arrived in Moscow and is formalizing the process of transferring to the capital's CSKA team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to the Sport-Express publication, the defender's transfer fee amounts to 1.3 million euros. According to the Transfermarkt portal, his value is estimated at around 1.2 million euros. This season, the player has appeared in 18 matches and provided two assists. After the fourth round of the Russian championship, the CSKA team has accumulated eight points. Led by Fabio Celestini, the team is currently in fourth place in the competition table, four points behind the leader Lokomotiv. This transfer is expected to strengthen the team and hopefully lead to better results in the future.

In the Fonbet Cup match within the Russian group stage, the “Pari NN” team achieved a minimal 1:0 victory over “Rostov.” This was reported by Euro-football.ru. Regarding this result, Nikita Medvedev, the goalkeeper of the Nizhny Novgorod team, shared his thoughts. According to him, the current stadium has become their home, and he hopes it will bring luck to the team. Emphasizing that the first victory has been made, he stated that it is necessary to continue preparing and to win again in the future. He expressed these views during the broadcast on the “Match TV” channel. It is worth noting that the cup match was held at the stadium in the city of Saransk. After the previous game, the team led by Aleksey Shpilevskiy will take the field against the “Dinamo” team from Makhachkala in the fifth round of the Russian championship. This match will take place on Monday, August 18.

Attacking midfielder Eberechi Eze is a player for Crystal Palace and the England national team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to The Times, the 27-year-old player may transfer to another club in the English Premier League. The London-based club Tottenham is interested in signing Eze. The Spurs management is ready to offer 45-50 million euros to acquire the player. Additionally, the capital's Arsenal club also plans to add the midfielder to their squad. Eberechi Eze has been playing for Crystal Palace since 2020. Last season, he appeared in 43 matches, scoring 14 goals and providing 11 assists. His performance is of great importance to the team, and he is expected to achieve high results in the future as well. Eze stands out with his speed, technique, and ability to organize the game effectively. Fans are closely following how the player, continuing his career in the Premier League, will succeed at his new club.

Juan Boselli, the leading player of the Pari NN team, gave an interview to the media after the match against Rostov within the framework of the Russian Cup. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. They defeated the opponent 1-0 at the stadium in the city of Saransk. Boselli was the author of the only goal in the match. Boselli expressed his thoughts as follows: "The goal turned out beautiful. I pay special attention to this during training. Today everything went well. This is a very good result." He said this in an interview with the "Match TV" channel. In the next match, the Pari NN team will take the field against the Dinamo team from Makhachkala in the fifth round of the Russian Premier League. The match will be held on Monday, August 18, at a neutral venue. The team led by Alexey Shpilevskiy lost all four matches in the first four rounds.

Widespread evacuation efforts have begun in Greece, Spain, and Portugal as forest fires intensify and approach urban areas. This was reported by Zamin.uz. In the third country, emergency management has been raised to the highest level and the relocation of residents to safe areas has been accelerated. According to Vasilis Vatrakoyanis, a representative of Greece’s firefighting service, at least 15 firefighters required medical assistance during the firefighting process. Additionally, Greece is also assisting in extinguishing forest fires that have occurred in neighboring Albania. This indicates the effective functioning of the regional cooperation mechanism. The situation in Spain is particularly serious. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed condolences over the death of a firefighter who was on duty in the Castilla y León region. More than 8,000 people have been evacuated across the country. The fires around León have covered an area of over 38,000 hectares, causing significant damage to natural resources. In Portugal, thousands of firefighters have been involved in combating fires that have been ongoing for several weeks. More than 900 firefighters have been mobilized to strengthen control over the fire outbreaks near the city of Arganil. These efforts continue around the clock and require the effective joint implementation of water supply, logistics, and safety measures. The forest fires in Southern Europe have once again demonstrated the critical importance of emergency preparedness, evacuation plans, and rapid cooperation. Paying attention to nature’s warnings and the joint actions of emergency services and the public are crucial for saving lives and property.

Viktor Onopko, a member of the coaching staff of the "Rostov" team, shared his thoughts about his work with his "yellow-blue" team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The specialist has been working at the club for the fourth season. He calls this place his home and emphasizes that everything here is a favorite job and the attention of people ready to help. Onopko says he is happy to be in this bright and kind city and expresses pride in his team. In the latest match, "Rostov" was narrowly defeated 0:1 by "Pari NN" in the Russian Cup. After the fourth round of the Premier League, the team led by Jonathan Alba has collected three points and is currently in 13th place in the standings. In the next match, "Rostov" will play away against Kazan's "Rubin". The team is striving to improve its play and is trying to show good results in front of the fans.

Severe rains and floods occurred in the Jammu and Kashmir region located in northern India. This was reported by Zamin.uz. Especially in the Kishtwar district, continuous rain caused rivers and streams to overflow, causing significant damage to roads and houses. This natural disaster became a severe trial for the local population. According to Pankaj Kumar Sharma, a representative of the Kishtwar government, 37 people died as a result of this disaster, and more than 100 people sustained various injuries. Search and rescue operations are currently ongoing in the area. Rescuers are inspecting destroyed houses, roads, and areas submerged under water. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep condolences to the families of the deceased. He emphasized that all necessary assistance would be provided to the victims. Post-disaster recovery and medical aid efforts are being conducted under state supervision. This tragedy once again demonstrated the region's vulnerability to floods. The local population is relying on rescuers and trying to overcome the losses. This incident reminded not only India but the entire global community of the importance of preparedness for natural disasters.

Moscow "Dynamo" club and Russia national team head coach Valery Karpin commented on the news about Swiss club "Sion" midfielder Anton Miranchuk potentially transferring to the "white-blue" team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. Earlier, the "Sion" club confirmed that negotiations had taken place between the club management regarding the player's transfer. Karpin stated on the SMOL FM special program that Miranchuk has been offered to "Dynamo" and the player is not against it. He also emphasized that as the national team coach, he does not call up Miranchuk just like that. Miranchuk's current contract with "Sion" is valid until June 30, 2026, with a transfer value of 2.5 million euros. In the 2025/2026 season, Miranchuk played in one match but was unable to achieve any productive actions.

In Monterrey, a city in northern Mexico, a unique robot dog equipped with artificial intelligence walks the streets, encouraging people to be kind to animals. This was reported by Zamin.uz. According to Peopletalk, this robot named Valdog was created to draw public attention to the issue of cruelty towards animals. The project's author, federal senator Valdo Fernandes from Monterrey, spent over four thousand dollars of his own funds on the robot. He also gave the AI dog his own name. Valdog is remotely controlled and requires a constant observer to accompany it. The robot dog not only walks the city streets recording nearby trash but also registers other stray dogs. According to Fernandes, Valdog has a very busy schedule: it visits schools, squares, and various neighborhoods, and also takes many photos with citizens. Experts believe that such robot dogs could be widely used in search and rescue operations after natural disasters in the future. The US government is also working on similar devices to monitor border areas with Mexico. These technologies play an important role in improving the lives of humans and animals.

Manchester City refused to sell forward Savinho to London’s Tottenham club. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. Tottenham offered the "Citizens" 70 million euros for the 21-year-old player, but City was not willing to let the player go. This refusal did not stop Tottenham’s plans, and they are preparing to announce a new offer for the player in the coming days, Globo Esporte reports. In the 2024/2025 season, Savinho played 48 matches in all club competitions, scoring 3 goals and providing 13 assists. The young Brazilian player’s market value is estimated at around 50 million euros. His current contract with Tottenham is set until June 30, 2029.

Former Moscow “Spartak” defender Pavel Maslov may transfer to Kostroma “Spartak” club. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The footballer visited the base of his new team and met with the coaching staff. The club made an offer to the player, and he is ready to accept it, according to Metaratings. In the summer of 2025, Maslov's contract with Moscow “Spartak” expired, and he left the club. In the 2024/2025 season, Maslov played on loan at “Sochi”. He appeared in 22 matches and scored two goals. The 25-year-old player's market value is 450 thousand euros. Playing for Maslov's new team is expected to be a new stage in his career. An agreement between the club and the player may be finalized soon.

Magomed Adiyev, head coach of the Samara "Krylya Sovetov" team, announced that he had spoken with the club management about forward Vladimir Pisarvskiy. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to him, Pisarvskiy received a three-year conditional and one-year actual ban because he placed bets on a game involving his own team through a third party, which caused a major scandal unrelated to football. Adiyev stated on "Match TV" that he raised this issue, but the club management decided not to interfere in the matter. He accepted the situation and decided to continue working. Although Vladimir Pisarvskiy belonged to "Krylya Sovetov," he played on loan at the "Sochi" team. As a result, both clubs terminated his contract. Currently, the Samara team is in third place in the Russian Premier League standings with eight points after four rounds. This result reflects the team's good performance and indicates that they will continue to achieve success in upcoming matches. The club management and coaches are striving to strengthen the team further and achieve high results.

Today, September 7, a rare astronomical event — a total lunar eclipse — will occur in the sky over Uzbekistan. This was reported by Zamin.uz. According to the Uzbekistan Academy of Sciences, this event will be clearly visible from all regions of our country. During the lunar eclipse, the surface of the Moon will be completely in the Earth's shadow. The total phase of the eclipse will last 1 hour and 22 minutes, but the entire process will take more than 5 hours. This event will be observed not only in Uzbekistan but also in several countries across Eurasia and Africa. Specifically, the total lunar eclipse can be seen in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, Iran, Arab countries, as well as Pakistan, India, China, South and North Korea, Malaysia, Vietnam, Laos. The central regions of Russia, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Saudi Arabia, Japan, and some parts of Australia will also experience the Moon fully in shadow. Europe, the Philippines, Hawaii, Fiji, and New Zealand will observe a partial eclipse. The exact times of the lunar eclipse in Uzbekistan are as follows: the partial eclipse begins at 21:27 Tashkent time, the total phase starts at 22:30, reaches its peak at 23:11, the total phase ends at 23:52, and the partial phase concludes on September 8 at 00:56. According to experts, during the eclipse, the Moon's altitude above the horizon will initially be 27 degrees and will rise to a maximum of 39 degrees. Most importantly, no telescope or other special equipment is required to observe this event. The lunar eclipse can be safely watched with the naked eye. As scientists emphasize, directly observing the lunar eclipse with the naked eye is completely safe. For astronomy enthusiasts and ordinary citizens alike, this night is a wonderful opportunity to witness the unique beauty of nature and create memorable experiences. Source: Uzbekistan Academy of Sciences.

Apple presented its new flagship smartphones, the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max models, in September. This was reported by Zamin.uz. These devices have been significantly updated not only in terms of internal capabilities but also in appearance. One of the biggest changes is that the rear camera module now spans the entire width of the body. The sensor layout remains the same as before, but the LiDAR and flash are now located on opposite sides. Apple has abandoned the titanium body and returned to an aluminum body. Aluminum dissipates heat 20 times more efficiently than before. The body is fully metal, with a Ceramic Shield glass area on the back for wireless charging. The front panel uses the new Ceramic Shield 2, which is three times stronger. Additionally, an anti-reflective coating has been applied to the screen surface. In terms of internal power, the new Apple A19 Pro chip is installed. It features a 6-core processor and a 6-core graphics processor, and with the second-generation Dynamic Caching technology, it operates 40% faster than before in long-lasting tasks. For the first time in Pro models, a vapor chamber cooling system has been introduced, with the aluminum body aiding this process. The camera system has also been significantly upgraded. Now there are full 48-megapixel main, ultra-wide, and telephoto cameras. The telephoto camera offers 8x optical zoom, as well as 4x mode and 3D stabilization functionality. The front camera is 18 megapixels and equipped with Center Stage technology. Additionally, video recording in ProRes RAW format has been added, which is an important innovation for those engaged in video editing. Regarding battery life, the iPhone 17 Pro model offers 33 hours of video playback, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max works for 39 hours. Charging the devices from 0 to 50 percent takes only 20 minutes. The prices are set as follows: iPhone 17 Pro at $1099, and iPhone 17 Pro Max at $1199. The devices will go on sale from September 19. The color options include Silver, Deep Blue, and Cosmic Orange. New TechWoven cases and Crossbody Strap accessories have been introduced. Whether Apple has truly reached the “Pro” level with these updates is a topic of discussion among users. The new models offer high levels of power and quality, which will help strengthen their position in the market.

Amazing news is coming from Turkey. Euro-football.ru reported about this. According to the information, Zinedine Zidane may become the new head coach of the Fenerbahce football club. After the club management significantly strengthened the team in the summer, they reached an initial agreement with Zidane. The 53-year-old coach will move to Turkey after negotiations on salary and conditions are completed, reports Sabah Spor. It should be recalled that recently Fenerbahce parted ways with head coach Jose Mourinho. This decision was made after the Istanbul "Canaries" lost to Benfica in the Champions League qualifying round. Earlier, the media reported that Zinedine Zidane was planning to take over the position of the French national team head coach Didier Deschamps. Deschamps is expected to leave this position at the end of the 2026 World Cup. These news have sparked great interest among football fans.

Earlier, a report was made about a major road traffic accident that occurred in Angren. This was reported by Upl.uz. A traffic accident involving several vehicles occurred on the Tashkent–Osh international highway. The incident happened on September 7 at approximately 12:20. According to information obtained from the internal affairs authorities, a Shacman truck carrying cement, driven by a 44-year-old driver, lost control and collided with two trucks stopped at a railway crossing and five passenger cars. As a result of the impact, a fire broke out but was quickly extinguished by emergency services that arrived at the scene. The internal affairs authorities reported the number of fatalities and injuries. Seven people died at the scene of the accident. Five people were hospitalized, and another four participants received medical assistance and were sent home. Currently, the government has formed a commission to investigate the causes of the accident. Deputy Prime Minister Achilbay Ramatov was appointed to lead the commission.

A 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee, Irina Zarutska, was stabbed to death on a train in North Carolina. This was reported by Zamin.uz. The police arrested 34-year-old Decarlos Brown, who attacked the woman, and charged him with murder. The incident was recorded on video and widely shared on social media, causing significant public outrage. The city mayor called the incident a failure of the judicial system and promised measures to enhance safety on public transport. Zarutska's family stated that she had fled the war in 2022 and come to the United States, quickly adapting to her new life. She was interested in art, loved animals, and lived happily with her family. The incident also sparked political debates. Some criticized that Brown, despite having been previously convicted of serious crimes, had been released. The state leader called for more effective measures against crime. This event once again prompted discussions in society about safety and justice issues.

A person died as a result of a large shark attack in Sydney. This was reported by Zamin.uz. The victim was attacked by a shark while swimming with friends at Long Reef beach. Rescuers brought him to shore, but they were unable to save his life. It is known that the victim had been in the water for only half an hour, and the attack occurred about 100 meters from the shore. Several popular beaches in the Northern Beaches area were temporarily closed following the incident. Experts have stated that these beaches may remain closed for 24 to 72 hours. The police are conducting an investigation to determine the exact species of shark involved in the attack. The last fatal shark attack in Sydney was recorded in 2022. On average, about 20 such incidents occur annually in Australia. This event once again reminded the country of the danger posed by sharks. People need to exercise increased caution along the coast. Rescue services are also strengthening safety measures at the beaches.

An international football tournament for young players is taking place in Spain. This was reported by Upl.uz. Uzbekistan's under-17 national team competed against Canada's national team in the second stage of the tournament. The match ended 2-2 in regular time. In the penalty shootout, the Uzbekistan team won 6-5. In the first stage, the Uzbekistan national team was defeated by England with a score of 3-1. The national team continues to participate in international competitions, striving to gain experience. Such tournaments are important for young players and help improve their skills. These kinds of tournaments are of great importance for the future development of Uzbek football among youth. The national team's upcoming matches are also being followed with interest.

The Uzbek som continues to weaken as major currencies gain strength today. The US dollar opened at 12,437.15 UZS, rising by 62.6 UZS, signaling a steady increase. Tomorrow, the dollar is expected to climb further to 12,520.78 UZS, adding another 83.63 UZS. The euro also showed gains, starting at 14,480.57 UZS with a 55.56 UZS rise. Analysts predict a sharper increase by tomorrow, reaching 14,634.29 UZS, an additional 153.72 UZS gain. The Russian ruble edged up slightly to 153.34 UZS today, up 0.21 UZS, and is forecasted to continue this trend, hitting 153.70 UZS tomorrow with a 0.36 UZS rise. The British pound opened at 16,715.53 UZS, gaining 123.73 UZS today. Expectations for tomorrow are even higher, with the rate projected at 16,880.52 UZS, a 165 UZS increase. The Japanese yen strengthened to 83.85 UZS, up 0.55 UZS, and is set to rise further to 84.50 UZS tomorrow, gaining 0.65 UZS. The Swiss franc increased by 50.99 UZS to 15,449.88 UZS today. Tomorrow, it is anticipated to surge to 15,590.56 UZS, a rise of 140.68 UZS. Finally, the Chinese yuan rose by 9.90 UZS to 1,741.82 UZS today and is forecasted to reach 1,754.10 UZS tomorrow, adding 12.28 UZS. Overall, the som is facing continuous depreciation against all major currencies, with stronger gains expected tomorrow. Market participants should prepare for further currency fluctuations in the coming days.