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30-year-old goalkeeper Pau Lopes has signed a contract with the Spanish club "Betis". This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to the club's press service, the deal is planned for three years. Lopes has previously played for "Betis". He joined this team in the summer of 2018 and a year later moved to "Roma" for 23.5 million euros. He continued his career at the Mexican club "Toluca". He has also played for teams such as "Tottenham", "Espanyol", "Marseille", "Roma", and "Girona". Lopes has represented the Spanish national team twice. "Betis" will participate in the group stage of the Europa League this season. This contract is of great importance for the club, as the goalkeeper's experience will help the team.

Zenit team may soon strengthen with a striker from the Portuguese championship. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to the Sport-Express publication, citing a source close to the situation, Kleyton, who plays for Rio Ave, is considered a primary transfer target for the St. Petersburg team. Additionally, the management of Porto has also shown interest in the player's services. Kleyton is expected to make a decision regarding his future career soon. According to the source, the Brazilian player is considering the Zenit option, as many of his compatriots play for the Russian team. Last season, Kleyton played in 37 matches, scored 18 goals, and provided 4 assists. The Transfermarkt website values the 26-year-old central striker at 5 million euros. The arrival of such a striker is expected to further strengthen Zenit's attacking line.

In the new year, the Thai government plans to create new opportunities for foreign investors. This was reported by Zamin.uz. Under the "golden visa" program promoted by former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, long-term residence permits will be granted to those who invest one million dollars or more. This project provides foreign investors with the opportunity to purchase real estate in the country and actively participate in various businesses and projects. Through the program, more than 600,000 foreign investors are expected to be attracted. This will lead to an investment of approximately 600 billion dollars into the Thai economy. A significant portion of the invested funds will be directed towards infrastructure, education, innovation, and the creation of new jobs. At the same time, it is proposed to increase the airport fees to 9 dollars to develop the country's tourism and transport sectors. Experts emphasize that this change will serve to modernize infrastructure and improve service quality. According to experts, programs like the "golden visa" will enhance the country's attractiveness for foreign investors in the context of global competition. The Thai government aims to attract not only capital flows but also high technologies, knowledge, and experience exchange through this policy. The new program will strengthen the country's competitiveness, diversify its economy, and solidify its position in the global arena in tourism and innovation. As a result, the "golden visa" program opens the door to economic development and new opportunities not only for investors but for the entire country. The improvement of the investment environment and infrastructure in Thailand could serve to turn the country into one of the global investment centers in the future.

In the first round of the Russian Premier League, former referee Igor Fedotov assessed the performance of Vasiliy Kazartsev, who officiated the match between Moscow's "Spartak" and Makhachkala's "Dinamo." This was reported by Euro-football.ru. Although there were critics of the game, he emphasized that there was no serious controversy. Kazartsev's decisions did not affect the outcome of the match, and the disallowed goals of the "red-whites" were deemed correct. According to Fedotov, the department of the Russian Football Union that oversees referees will support this referee in all situations, and he may be appointed again in the next round. It was also reported that the "Spartak" team has appealed to the Expert Sports Commission of the Russian Football Union regarding five controversial situations. These cases will be reviewed to ensure transparency and fairness in refereeing. Overall, the referee's style of officiating and the decisions made did not significantly impact the competition between the teams. Football fans and experts will continue to closely monitor this issue.

The press service of the Department under the Prosecutor General's Office reported that a hidden alcohol production facility was identified during a special operational event conducted in cooperation with the Shahrisabz city administration and law enforcement agencies. This was reported by Upl.uz. During the inspection, it was revealed that a citizen living in the “Kushhona” neighborhood was illegally producing alcoholic beverages in his home. This individual was producing alcoholic products manually and using counterfeit excise stamps. During the search conducted at the residence, 1717 ready-to-sell alcohol containers, 25 liters of ethyl alcohol, 6400 counterfeit excise stamps, and other necessary materials for production were found. A criminal case has been initiated based on the articles of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan regarding “Production and sale of counterfeit money, excise stamps, or securities” and “Illegal production or circulation of ethyl alcohol, alcoholic and tobacco products”. It is emphasized that such crimes will be subject to strict liability before the law. Measures to prevent crime and violations of the law are being continued by the relevant authorities. Raising awareness and active participation of all citizens is of great importance in preventing the illegal production and sale of alcoholic products

Real Madrid's wing defender Rodrigo hopes to reclaim his spot in the starting lineup. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The Brazilian player has only appeared once in the starting lineup during the Club World Cup matches and has not played from the bench in three games. According to Diario AS, the 24-year-old player is working tirelessly during the vacation, not to rest, but to make a good impression on Xabi Alonso at the start of the new season. This situation indicates that Rodrigo currently has no intention of leaving Real, although there have been rumors about his imminent departure. Clubs like Arsenal in London and Bayern Munich have shown interest in the player. Last season, the wing defender played in 54 matches, scoring 14 goals and providing 11 assists. Rodrigo is demanding a key position in his team with his high performance statistics.

Mark Kukurelya, the left-back of the Chelsea team, stated that he was surprised by the news of Marcus Rashford's transfer to Barcelona. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. He emphasized that he did not expect such a change. The Catalan club Barcelona has loaned the English winger from Manchester United. This agreement is expected to be officially confirmed in the coming days. According to Kukurelya, Rashford could greatly assist the team due to his adaptation to a high-speed playing style.

The Telegraph reports that Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford may change clubs during the current transfer window. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to the source, Newcastle and his former team Manchester City are interested in the 22-year-old England national team goalkeeper. Trafford was trained at the City academy, but in 2023 he was sold to Burnley for 17.3 million euros. Since then, he has been the main goalkeeper of the team, playing in 73 matches and keeping a clean sheet 31 times. Currently, negotiations are in the early stages, and both teams are preparing to strengthen the goalkeeper position before the new season begins. Further details of the transfer process are expected to be revealed in the coming days.

Uzenergoinspeksiya's press service reported that another case of illegal use of natural gas has been identified. This was reported by Upl.uz. Employees of the Namangan regional Uzenergoinspeksiya conducted raids in the city of Namangan. During the raids, it was found that the bakery belonging to entrepreneur A.F.D. was illegally connected to the network and using natural gas without the necessary documents. According to the initial assessment of specialists, this crime caused material damage of more than 1 billion 5 million soums to the gas supply organization. All materials collected regarding this case have been submitted to law enforcement agencies. Criminal liability for illegal actions is provided for under part 4 of article 169 of the Criminal Code (theft), which may result in a penalty of up to 15 years of imprisonment. Currently, preliminary investigation activities are underway.

The former player of Madrid's "Real" football club, Lukas Vaskes, may continue his career at another club in Spain. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The 34-year-old right-back is currently being closely monitored by representatives of the Segunda, which is the second strongest league in Spain, the "Deportivo" team. This was reported by The Athletic. Vaskes wants to continue playing at a high level, but his interest in moving to the club in La Coruna, which is his birthplace, is currently unknown. It was previously reported that major clubs such as "Milan," "Juventus," "Besiktas," and "Villarreal" have also shown interest in this player. Lukas Vaskes has played over 400 games for "Real" and has been a five-time Champions League winner and a four-time Spanish champion. His rich experience and successes are expected to play an important role in his new team as well.

Arsenal and Sporting clubs are continuing negotiations for striker Viktor Dyoekeresh's transfer, but no agreement has been reached yet. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The London club has offered a base amount of 63.5 million euros and an additional 10 million euros in bonuses for the player. However, Sporting is demanding adjustments to the payment terms. According to Daily Record, Sporting wants to tie the bonus payments to specific results. For example, the Swedish striker is expected to receive 2.5 million euros for each milestone after playing 20, 40, and 60 matches for Arsenal. Additionally, if the team qualifies for the Champions League, another 2.5 million euros in bonuses is planned. Furthermore, Sporting is not agreeing to split the main payment of 63.5 million euros into four installments. If the proposal to make payments in installments is accepted, the club is demanding an additional 1.2 million euros. The 27-year-old Viktor Dyoekeresh remains one of Arsenal's main transfer targets this summer, but differences over the terms of the agreement remain an unresolved issue.

The attacking midfielder Xavi Simons plays for RB Leipzig and is being closely monitored by several major clubs in Europe. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. In recent days, Chelsea has been indicated as the main candidate, but the player's future is still uncertain. According to journalist David Ornstein, Bayern has been in contact with Simons' representatives following Jamal Musiala's injury, but has not yet started negotiations with RB Leipzig. Chelsea is seriously interested in the 22-year-old talented player, but may have to sell someone before making a new expensive transfer. At the same time, Arsenal is also continuing to compete for this player. The Transfermarkt website has valued Simons at 70 million euros. The player's future remains unclear, and negotiations between clubs and agencies are ongoing.

Raheem Sterling, the wing defender of the "Chelsea" team, may move to another club before the transfer window closes. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The 30-year-old player returned from his loan at "Arsenal" and joined "Chelsea." According to journalist Simon Johnson, an unnamed club participating in the Champions League is ready to buy Sterling. "Chelsea" aims to earn at least 20 million pounds sterling (approximately 23 million euros) from the sale of the player. In the last season, Raheem Sterling played 28 matches for "Arsenal," scoring one goal and providing five assists. The former star of "Manchester City" has a contract with "Chelsea" that lasts until mid-2027. Negotiations between the club and the player are ongoing. Sterling's transfer to a new team may be finalized before the transfer window closes. The player has expressed his readiness to continue his career with a new team. This transfer will be of significant importance for "Chelsea" from both financial and sporting perspectives.

The defender of the "Baltika" team, Natan Gassama, commented on the expulsion of the Moscow "Torpedo" team from the participants of the Russian Premier League ahead of the new season. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The Disciplinary Committee of the Russian Football Union expelled "Torpedo" from the 2025/26 season and replaced it with the "Orenburg" team. Gassama stated that he had not delved deeply into this situation, but nonetheless emphasized that he had been monitoring the situation. He mentioned that during his career, he had seen clubs drop to lower leagues due to financial or organizational issues. Such a situation occurred in France with the "Bordeaux" team. Gassama expressed that the situation with "Torpedo" surprised him and stated that such cases harm the competition before the championship begins. The next game of the "Baltika" team will take place on July 26, and they will take the field at the Moscow "Spartak" team's stadium. This match is considered one of the important contests for the team in the new season.

Paris Saint-Germain is planning for the possible sale of striker Randal Kolo-Muani during the summer transfer window. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The player spent the second half of the 2024/25 season on loan at Juventus in Turin. Juventus is interested in continuing the collaboration with Kolo-Muani, but the possibility of purchasing him is limited. Additionally, the option to extend the loan period does not satisfy the Paris club. According to Sky Sport, Paris Saint-Germain officials are expecting offers for the striker from clubs in the English Premier League. Among those interested in the 26-year-old player is Manchester United, but no concrete negotiations are currently taking place. According to Transfermarkt, Kolo-Muani's market value is estimated at 30 million euros. In 2023, the Paris club purchased him from Eintracht Frankfurt for 95 million euros.

Almeria team's defender Mark Pibul has entered the interest circle of Wolverhampton club. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to insider Fabrizio Romano, the English club has made an offer for the 22-year-old Spanish player. The offer includes a base amount of 15 million euros and additional bonuses. Pibul had a good performance in the 2024/25 season. He played a total of 40 matches in all competitions, scoring one goal and providing five assists. His contract with the Spanish club is valid until June 30, 2029. The Transfermarkt website estimates Pibul's market value at four million euros. However, Wolverhampton is ready to offer a significantly higher price for the promising defender. This could lead to important changes in the player's future career.

Manchester United has not yet completed its current summer transfer campaign. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. Recently, the club officially added Brian Mbeumo from Brentford after long negotiations. Now the Red Devils are focusing on strengthening other positions. According to journalist David Ornstein, before the summer transfer window closes, Manchester United plans to purchase a new central striker, defender, and goalkeeper. The club has spent over 150 million euros on the transfers of Matheus Cunha and Brian Mbeumo, but so far has not sold anyone. Last season, the team led by Ruben Amorim finished 15th in the English Premier League. Manchester United will continue its activities in the summer transfer window and aims to further strengthen its squad. The club's management and coaching staff are looking to add new players and aim for high results in the upcoming season. Additionally, the team's fans are hopeful for the new transfers and are waiting for the team's successful performance.

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford may continue his career at Barcelona. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to Barca Universal, based on information from journalist Miguel Rico (COPE), an agreement has been reached between the two clubs to loan the player until June 2026. Additionally, there is an option to buy the player after the loan period ends. If the Catalans refuse to buy the player, they will have to pay Manchester United approximately five million euros in compensation. Rashford has agreed to reduce his salary by 30% for this transfer. Nevertheless, his annual income is approximately 14 million euros. When the purchase option is activated, the amount will be around 30-35 million euros. Marcus Rashford is a product of Manchester United's academy. He played on loan at Aston Villa in the second half of last season. His contract with Manchester United is valid until the summer of 2028. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is estimated at 50 million euros.

The forward of Madrid's "Real" team, Endrik, is continuing his recovery from injury. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The 19-year-old player has been sidelined due to a knee muscle injury. The Brazilian player's return to the field is expected to take approximately eight months to ten weeks. According to journalist Jose Felix Dias, Endrik will be sidelined at the start of the new season. He has not participated in matches since May. In the last season, this talented player scored seven goals and provided one assist in 37 matches across all competitions for the Madrid team. On August 19, "Real" will face the "Osasuna" team in the first round of La Liga. Endrik's recovery is crucial for the team, and his return to the field is of great significance for the club.

The Moscow "Spartak" team is negotiating the transfer of defender Carlos Cuesta with Turkey's "Galatasaray" club. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. Sport-Express reported on this matter. The 26-year-old Colombian player joined "Galatasaray" in February of this year, but he could not secure his place in the starting lineup and only played in five matches without any significant results. The Transfermarkt website values his market price at 7 million euros. Meanwhile, in the first round of the new season of the Russian Premier League, "Spartak" defeated "Dinamo" from Makhachkala with a score of 1:0. In the second round, the Moscow club will host the "Baltika" team on July 26. This match will test "Spartak's" chances in the new season. The team management and fans continue to support the players.

From September 15 to 19, 2025, the hot water supply will be temporarily suspended in certain areas of eight districts of Tashkent city. This was reported by Zamin.uz. This was reported by Kursiv.media. The hot water outage is related to preventive maintenance work carried out by Veolia Energy Tashkent as part of preparations for the heating season. The areas where the hot water supply will be cut off include: Yashnobod district, including Qorasuv, Beshariq, Birlashgan, Elbek, Asalobod, Quruvchilar, Uysizlar, Parkent, Chulpon, Alimkent streets, as well as massifs from Tuzel-1 to 4, Uysizlar-1, Asalobod-1 and 2, and Aviasozlar township. In Mirobod, Yunusobod, Shaykhontohur, and Yakkasaray districts, hot water supply will be stopped in areas including Amir Temur and Mustaqillik avenues, Sharof Rashidov, Navoi, Babur, Glinka, Shota Rustaveli, Bogiboston, and Arnasoy streets, among other locations. In Chilonzor district, hot water supply will be cut off in Katta Chilonzor, Muqimi, Seoul, and Choponota streets, as well as in TS-1, 2, 4, 5, 7, Oqtepa, Chilonzor (1-5, 7, E, I), Qushbegi, Boshliq, and Uchuvchilar townships. Additionally, some areas in Sergeli and Mirzo Ulugbek districts will also experience hot water outages. Citizens are asked to use water wisely during this period and take necessary precautions. The hot water supply will be restored once the preventive maintenance work is completed. Source: Kursiv.media

Apple company recently introduced the new iPhone 17 smartphone. This was reported by Zamin.uz. As a result of conversations with sellers at the "Malika" market in Tashkent, approximate prices for these new models have been determined. It has been revealed that iPhone 17 smartphones will be available for sale in Uzbekistan starting from September 23. Prices vary depending on the memory capacity and device features. For example, the 256 gigabyte model of the iPhone 17 is estimated to cost around 16 million 250 thousand soms. Models with larger memory capacity are priced higher. The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max versions have even more features and capabilities, with prices starting from 23 million soms and approaching 50 million soms. These new smartphones are expected to generate significant interest in the Uzbekistan market. Memory capacity and budget are important factors for buyers when choosing the most suitable option. Additionally, full warranty and service options are expected to be provided at official sales points. The release of the new iPhone 17 models in Uzbekistan will bring innovations and increase competition in the smartphone market.

Recently, many rumors have been spreading about the relationship between the famous Turkish actress Hande Erchel and entrepreneur Hakan Sabanji. This was reported by Zamin.uz. In particular, news about the couple's divorce has sparked great interest among fans. Hakan Sabanji, who spoke for the first time on the Gel Konuşalım program, responded to the claims regarding their relationship. Although he did not want to talk extensively about his personal life, he clarified some of the rumors. Hakan Sabanji emphasized that he does not want to discuss the issue of divorce because it concerns their private life. He also stated that the rumors about infidelity are completely unfounded. Earlier, Hande Erchel had deleted all photos with Sabanji from her social media pages. This became the basis for reports in the Turkish press about their divorce. The famous journalist Birsen Altuntaş highlighted that there are serious disagreements between the couple, but the official divorce has not yet occurred. Nevertheless, Hande and Hakan still follow each other on social media. While some fans hope for the restoration of their relationship, others speculate that this process might simply be publicity for the media.

An unusual and interesting event took place in the city of Szekszárd, Hungary – the 18th International Grave Digging Championship. This was reported by Zamin.uz. This competition was organized by the country's Grave Diggers Association based on a clear plan and order. The event served to enhance the prestige of the profession. Participants took part in teams of two. They were given two hours. During this time, each team had to dig a grave measuring 200x80 centimeters and 160 centimeters deep. These rules required not only skill but also attention and speed from the participants. At the end of the championship, the Parakletosz Nonprofit team was declared the winner. This team won the championship for the second consecutive year, demonstrating their thorough preparation and high professional level. According to the organizers, such competitions not only raise the prestige of the profession but also introduce the younger generation to professional specialists up close. They also help participants develop teamwork skills and the ability to work in a healthy competitive environment. These events are of great importance for improving professional qualifications and further developing the field.

A new bus route No. 177 has been launched in Tashkent city and region to improve transport services. This was reported by Zamin.uz. This route was established within the framework of ensuring road traffic safety and developing infrastructure. Starting from September 16, 2025, this route serving passengers begins from the Iftikhor neighborhood of Tashkent region and runs to the Chorsu metro station in the city center. This new route provides residents of the region with convenient and fast access to the city center. A total of eight modern buses operate on this route. They are King Long XMQ 6900EGW medium-capacity vehicles, 9.5 meters long, meeting high standards of quality and safety. The buses operate daily from 05:30 to 23:17. This allows passengers to use regular and reliable transport services from morning till evening. With the launch of the new route, significant convenience and time savings will be ensured for those traveling from the region to the capital. At the same time, road traffic safety will be increased and the efficiency of the city's transport system will be improved. This information has been confirmed by the zamin.uz website.

Famous footballer Edgar Davids, who played for Juventus in past years, learned that his acquaintance Nabila Habibi committed theft. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The ad.nl portal provided information about this. According to the publication, Davids found out several years later that his painting collection had been stolen. He had entrusted the collection to a trusted person. For a while, Habibi also lived in his house. While Davids believed the collection was kept in a safe place, Habibi stole 37 paintings, pawned them at various pawnshops, and received approximately 30 thousand euros. In 2017, when Habibi was unable to repay her debts, the pawnshops gained the right to sell the paintings. One of the buyers saw Davids' name on the back of a painting and contacted him through social networks. After that, Davids filed a lawsuit. Habibi admitted to the theft. Earlier, she had faced problems related to criminal cases and had left her acquaintance after taking 3500 euros from him.

According to the President's decree, the ToshTech Technical University will be established in Tashkent city. This was reported by Zamin.uz. This new higher education institution will play an important role in developing modern engineering knowledge in our country and training competitive specialists. According to the decree, the university will have full independence in academic, financial, and organizational management matters. This will allow the educational process to be organized in accordance with international standards. Starting from the 2025-2026 academic year, a one-year preparatory course will be opened at the expense of the state budget. This course will help applicants prepare for complex subjects. From the next year, that is, the 2026-2027 academic year, bachelor's degree programs will begin operating at the university. Students will have the opportunity to receive education in modern subjects. Additionally, from the 2027-2028 academic year, master's and postgraduate programs will also be gradually introduced. Studying at the university will be organized on the basis of state grants and tuition contracts. Classes will be conducted not only in Uzbek but also in foreign languages. This will enable students to gain international experience and expand their knowledge further. The most important aspect is that all students admitted by the 2029-2030 academic year will receive completely free education based on state grants. Through this initiative, ToshTech Technical University will play a significant role in enhancing the engineering and research potential of our country, as well as creating new opportunities for young people (source: zamin.uz).

One of the largest demonstrations in history took place in the city of London. This was reported by Zamin.uz. According to information, approximately 1.5 million people took to the streets under the slogan "Unite the Kingdom." This large rally began in the Sazerk district located on the southern bank of the Thames River. The demonstrators headed towards the city center, moving towards the Whitehall government building. They crossed Westminster Bridge and gathered on the street in front of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's headquarters, which was the main assembly point. According to the organizers, this major movement was organized by Tommy Robinson, the founder of the English Defence League movement. People gathered on the streets of London carried various placards, slogans, and calls. Observers noted that this demonstration could have a serious impact on the political processes of the United Kingdom. Moreover, the demonstration was recognized as a historic event not only because of the number of participants but also due to its organization and political diversity. This movement is expected to mark the beginning of a new era in the country's political environment. Widely supported by the residents of London, this demonstration became a vivid example of political activism and unity.