Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — On Sunday, 31 August 2025, in the third round of the English Premier League, Manchester City lost 1-2 to Brighton.

Abdukodir Khusanov, who started the match in central defense alongside John Stones, received a yellow card in the 61st minute for a foul on Brighton forward Jakub Munteha.

Despite the caution, Khusanov continued playing until the 84th minute, when he had to leave the field due to injury. Ruben Dias replaced him.

It appears that Khusanov has encountered issues with his knee joint. Details of the injury and the expected return date for the Uzbekistan national team defender will be known after a full medical examination.