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Turkmenistan’s Kyokushin Karate Team Heads to Tashkent for Central Asian Cup
16 Aug. 13:58The national Kyokushin Karate team of Turkmenistan has departed for Tashkent to compete in the Central Asian Cup, scheduled to take place from August 18 to 20. The event will bring together top fighters from the region and serves as a critical preparatory stage for the upcoming World Championship in Japan.
The tournament in Uzbekistan’s capital is of particular importance for Turkmen athletes as they gear up for the World Kyokushin Championship, set to be held in Maebashi, Japan, from November 28 to 31, 2025.
The Turkmen delegation is led by Meylis Pashakuliyev. The team includes 40 athletes across various age categories and three coaches. The roster features both promising young fighters and seasoned karate practitioners.
According to the delegation head, all athletes underwent thorough preparation and are determined to represent Turkmenistan with honor on the regional stage.
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Bayern Munich Claims 12th German Supercup Title with Win Over Borussia Dortmund
23 Aug. 07:23Bayern Munich secured their 12th German Supercup title after defeating Borussia Dortmund 2:1 at Signal Iduna Park. Vincent Kompany's side took early control of the match with first-half goals from Nathaniel Brown and Michael Olise.
Fábio Silva scored the sole goal for Dortmund in the 75th minute, while Ramy Bensebaini was sent off with a direct red card in the 90th minute. With this victory, Bayern Munich further solidifies its record for the most Supercup titles in German football history.
Looking ahead to the new Bundesliga campaign, Bayern Munich will face Stuttgart on August 28, while Borussia Dortmund opens against Hamburg on August 29.
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