Slovakia's national football team secured a 2-1 victory over Malta in a match played in Dunajska Streda. The winning goal was scored by Roland Galčík, who came on as a substitute and was making his debut for the national team. The match took place at the stadium in Dunajska Streda, a city in southern Slovakia near the Hungarian border.
Greek footballer Oikonomou died at the age of 33 following injuries sustained in a traffic accident on May 23. The player was involved in a collision between his motorcycle and a car.
AS Monaco has terminated its partnership with coach Pocognoli following the team's seventh-place finish in the previous season. The French club's mediocre performance means they will need to compete in playoff matches to secure a spot in the Conference League for the upcoming season.
Four Paris Saint-Germain players showcased their Champions League trophy at the Philippe Chatrier tennis court, receiving a standing ovation from the packed stadium. French players Ousmane Dembele, Bradley Barcola, Warren Zaire-Emery, and Desire Doue presented the trophy to enthusiastic fans at the prestigious tennis venue, which serves as the main court for the French Open at Roland Garros.
Slovak football coach Borbély has been named the new manager of Hungarian club Ferencváros Budapest. The 46-year-old coach departed from FC ETO Győr last week, where he had led the team to championship success. Ferencváros is one of Hungary's most successful football clubs and competes in European competitions, making this a significant appointment for the Slovak coach in his career progression within Central European football.
Former Barcelona and Spain midfielder Andres Iniesta will take on a managerial role with Gulf United, a second-division Saudi Arabian football club. The transition comes after Iniesta ended his playing career in 2024 with Saudi Arabian club Emirates Club FC, marking his move from player to coach in the kingdom's developing football landscape.
American tennis legend Serena Williams will return to compete at the Queen's Club tournament. Williams, widely regarded as one of the greatest and most successful players in tennis history, will make her comeback at the prestigious London venue. The announcement marks a significant return for the former world number one, who has dominated women's tennis for over two decades with 23 Grand Slam singles titles.
Russian tennis player Anna Kalinskaya defeated Anastasia Potapova in straight sets to advance to the quarterfinals of a Grand Slam tournament. This marks only the second time in Kalinskaya's career that she has reached the quarterfinal stage at tennis's highest level of competition.
Ecuador has announced its squad for the upcoming World Cup, featuring 36-year-old striker Enner Valencia who will compete in his third World Championship. Valencia, a veteran forward who previously played for West Ham, Everton, and Fenerbahce Istanbul, spent the most recent season with Mexican club Pachuca. The squad also includes midfielder Moises Caicedo, adding both experience and emerging talent to Ecuador's roster for the tournament.
Slovakia's ice hockey team encountered a harsh reality at the World Championship, with their opponents initially fearing them but ultimately relegating Slovakia to the second tier of competition. The team's performance highlighted the current state of Slovak hockey on the international stage. Meanwhile, Czech players admitted they had been concerned about facing Slovakia before the tournament began, but the Slovak squad's results demonstrated the gap between expectations and actual performance. The development reflects broader challenges facing Slovak ice hockey as the national team struggles to maintain its competitive standing in international tournaments.
Brazil overwhelmed Panama 6-2 in a friendly match at the iconic Maracanã stadium in Rio de Janeiro. Six different players scored for the five-time World Cup champions, demonstrating the depth of their attacking options. Panama defender Cesar Blackman, who plays for Slovan Bratislava in the Slovak league, featured for 66 minutes before being substituted.
Slovak tennis player Jodar has reached the quarterfinals of a tournament in Paris for the first time in his career. He will face second-seeded German Alexander Zverev in the next round, who defeated Dutchman Jesper de Jong 7-6 (3), 6-4, 6-1 to advance. The achievement marks a significant milestone for the Slovak player in what appears to be a major tennis tournament in the French capital.
Roman Josi, Switzerland's captain, was named the Most Valuable Player of the Ice Hockey World Championship, with three Swiss players earning spots on the tournament's All-Star team. Norway's Henrik Haukeland was selected as the tournament's best goaltender after helping his country achieve a historic bronze medal finish. Macklin Celebrini was chosen as the best forward of the championship. The selections reflect Switzerland's dominant performance throughout the tournament and Norway's breakthrough achievement in reaching the medal podium for the first time in the country's hockey history.
Finland captured the ice hockey world championship title by defeating host nation Switzerland in overtime during the final match. The championship game remained scoreless through regulation time, with the decisive goal finally coming during the extra period. The victory gives Finland another world championship title, while Switzerland's hopes of winning on home soil were dashed despite strong support from their home crowd.
Paris Saint-Germain players celebrated their Champions League victory with fans across the French capital, while President Emmanuel Macron officially received the team following their European triumph. However, the celebrations were overshadowed by widespread riots that erupted not only in Paris but also in several other French cities, dampening what should have been a moment of national sporting pride.
Slovak athlete Zapletalová won the women's 400-meter hurdles at the Diamond League athletics meet in Rabat, Morocco, clocking 52.82 seconds at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. Her victory time improved both her personal best and the Slovak national record, while also marking the fastest time in the world this year in the event. The Diamond League is athletics' premier global circuit featuring the world's top track and field athletes competing in meets across different cities throughout the season.
German handball club MT Melsungen defeated THW Kiel in the European League final to claim their first-ever continental title. The victory marks a historic achievement for Melsungen, who overcame one of Europe's most successful handball clubs to lift the trophy. SG Flensburg-Handewitt secured third place in the competition.
Norwegian hockey players were left speechless after capturing their historic bronze medal at the World Championships, with hockey legend Sidney Crosby paying tribute to their achievement. The medal represents Norway's best-ever finish at the tournament, surpassing their previous best of fourth place from 1951, when only seven countries participated and the competition was held without a playoff format.
The Czech Republic has finalized its roster for the upcoming World Championship, with players Ladra, Bucha, and Kabongo being cut from the team. The final squad will include 17-year-old talent Hugo Sochůrek and Pilsen versatile player Alexandr Sojka, who will experience the atmosphere of a World Championship for the first time. The roster changes represent the coaching staff's final preparations ahead of the international tournament.
Manchester United's Fletcher has been called up to replace Gilmour in Scotland's national team squad. The Scottish team is scheduled to depart for the United States on Sunday, where they will continue their preparations for the upcoming World Cup tournament.