World Cup wrap: Spain beat Argentina 2-1 in the final, with Ferran Torres scoring in the 106th minute, and the tournament’s biggest moments are being recapped as the 2026 edition ends. Football politics & access: Rights groups say FIFA’s “most inclusive” promise fell short as strict U.S. visa rules shut out many fans and workers, including ticket holders from countries named in the complaint such as Uzbekistan. Uzbekistan in the spotlight: Uzbekistan’s debut at the expanded 48-team World Cup is highlighted in coverage of the tournament’s controversies and future format debates. Uzbekistan culture & learning: A Kyrgyz event in Bishkek will present the Kyrgyz translation of “New Uzbekistan: The Path of Shavkat Mirziyoyev,” tying regional interest to Uzbekistan’s reform narrative. Sports for youth: Uzbekistan-linked regional hockey and football pathways keep moving, including Uzbekistan in the Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship women’s pool and Uzbekistan mentioned in AHF Cup coverage. Health in extreme heat: Uzbekistan’s emergency medical service handled 166,726 calls during a heatwave, with officials stressing care for chronic patients, older adults, pregnant women, and children. Culture & sport abroad: An Uzbek fighter, Bogdan Guskov, steps in for Khalil Rountree Jr in UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi, facing Magomed Ankalaev.