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Despite his young age, Yusif Hasanov, the goalkeeper of “Turan Tovuz” U-16 team, stands out from his peers. The 185 cm tall goalkeeper has attracted the attention of Russian and Turkish clubs since a young age. Representatives of several clubs also shared their opinions about the goalkeeper, whom the “Turan” academy also has high hopes […]

The condition of Mircea Lucescu, who resigned from the head coach position of the Romanian national team yesterday, has worsened again. “Elchi” reports that the 80-year-old specialist suffered a heart attack this morning. It has been reported that the experienced coach is currently in intensive care. It is worth noting that Mircea Lucescu was hospitalized […]

Gennaro Gattuso has resigned from his position as head coach of the Italian national team. “Elchi” reports that the federation has released information about this. It was stated that the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) and the 48-year-old specialist have agreed to terminate the contract by mutual consent. The reason for the separation was the Italian […]

In 2025, the financial funds allocated by UEFA to Azerbaijani football clubs have been revealed. “Elchi” reports that information about this was presented on AFFA’s account. The most funds were allocated to ‘Qarabağ’ club. The representative of Aghdam received a total of 61 million 123 thousand 325 manats. The funds allocated to other clubs are […]

AFFA’s annual Reporting Conference is being held. “Elchi” reports that the annual funds received by the organization at the event have been revealed. It was reported that the federation generated a total income of 61,437,894 manats this year from sponsors, UEFA, and FIFA. A large part of this fund (26 million manats) belongs to SOCAR. […]

At the AFFA Reporting Conference, the organization’s Secretary General Jahangir Farajullayev clarified the work to be done regarding infrastructure. “Elchi” reports that the official stated that “Bayil Arena” will be closed for major renovation in May, after the current season ends. After the reconstruction of the arena, it is planned to be used for children’s […]

Colombia national team midfielder James Rodriguez was hospitalized after the friendly match against France (1:3). “Elchi” reports that the press service of the Colombian Football Federation released information about this. In the match held on March 29, the 34-year-old midfielder started the game in the starting lineup and was substituted in the 63rd minute. Rodriguez […]

President of the Italian Football Federation, Gabriele Gravina, has resigned. “Elchi” reports that he submitted his resignation at a meeting held today in Rome. The federation’s leadership, however, accepted it. It should be recalled that in the final of the European zone play-off stage, Bosnia and Herzegovina eliminated the Italian national team and qualified for […]

The kick-off time for one of Turkey’s national football team’s matches in the World Cup has changed. “Elchi” reports, citing “Hurriyet”, that the match against the Paraguay national team will start on June 20, at 07:00 Baku time. The match was previously planned to start at 08:00. It should be noted that Turkey’s national team […]

Gennaro Gattuso will leave the head coach position of the Italy national team. “Elchi” reports, citing “Sky Sport”, that this decision was made after the team failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. The Italy national team lost to Bosnia and Herzegovina in the final of the play-off stage (1:1, penalties – 1:4). Antonio […]