Criminal Case Opened Over Suspected Food Poisoning of Children from Kazakhstan in Tashkent

A criminal case has been opened following the mass suspected food poisoning of young football players from Kazakhstan who arrived in Tashkent to participate in the Dostlik Cup 2026 international football festival. A preliminary investigation is underway.

According to the mother of one of the players, symptoms began on October 30 after breakfast. During the following night, many children developed fever, diarrhea, and vomiting. Eleven people fell ill in a single night, and some players were unable to participate in the final matches.

According to Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Health, 20 patients were initially diagnosed with acute diarrhea. Two have been discharged, while the condition of the remaining 18 is stable.