Argentine defender Marcos Senesi has completed a transfer to Tottenham Hotspur from Premier League side Bournemouth. Senesi had been playing for Bournemouth since 2022, when he joined the English club from Dutch side Feyenoord Rotterdam. The move represents Tottenham's continued efforts to strengthen their defensive options in the transfer market.
Haiti's national football team was required by FIFA to alter the design of their jerseys, which featured an illustration of the Battle of Vertières from 1803. The battle was a pivotal moment in Haiti's fight for independence from French colonial rule, making it one of the most significant events in the nation's history. FIFA's intervention forces the team to remove this important historical reference from their uniforms, though the specific reasons for the governing body's decision were not disclosed.
Beijing will host the first-ever combined World Figure Skating Championships in 2028, marking a historic consolidation of the sport's premier competition. The unified championships will serve as a centerpiece event positioned between the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo and the 2030 Winter Olympics in the French Alps. This represents a significant development in figure skating's organizational structure, bringing together what have traditionally been separate world championship events into a single comprehensive competition in the Chinese capital.
The city council of Prešov has approved recovery measures for the local football club Tatran Prešov after an unsuccessful attempt to sell the club's shares. As part of the restructuring plan, the city's mayor will assume the position of chairman of the club's board of directors. The decision represents the council's effort to stabilize the financially troubled football club through direct municipal oversight. Tatran Prešov, like many Slovak football clubs, has faced ongoing financial difficulties. The failed share sale had been seen as a potential solution to bring in private investment and new management to the club. With that option no longer viable, the city has stepped in to implement what officials describe as recovery measures to ensure the club's continued operation.
The FIFA World Cup is facing unprecedented challenges as the host nation is currently engaged in military conflict with participating countries, creating diplomatic complications and visa processing disputes. The tournament has become particularly expensive even for American visitors, adding financial strain to the already complex political situation. This marks the first time in World Cup history that a host country has been actively at war with nations whose teams are competing in the championship, raising questions about the appropriateness and logistics of holding the world's most-watched sporting event under such circumstances.
A professional hockey player has signed a two-year contract to return to HC Banská Bystrica, the Slovak extraliga club announced. The player, who developed his skills in Bratislava's hockey system, has previously played for multiple teams in Slovakia's top hockey division. He last wore the Banská Bystrica jersey during the 2022/23 season before moving to other clubs. The signing represents a homecoming for the athlete to the central Slovak city's team, known for their ram logo.
Roman Skuhravý has been appointed as the new head coach of Czech football club Baník Ostrava. The Slovak coach had reportedly agreed to extend his contract with his previous club Slovácko, according to Czech media, but ultimately decided to accept Ostrava's offer instead. Skuhravý's move represents a significant coaching change in Czech football, as he leaves behind his position at Slovácko to take charge of the Ostrava-based team.
ERA Nymburk, the dominant force in Czech basketball, has merged with Slavia Prague and will relocate to the Czech capital. The club from Nymburk, a small town east of Prague, has won the Czech basketball championship 20 times since 2004, establishing itself as the country's most successful basketball team. The merger represents a significant shift for Czech basketball, as the powerhouse team moves from its traditional home to Prague, potentially expanding its reach and commercial opportunities in the larger market of the capital city.
Portuguese club officials announced Tuesday that Real Madrid is prepared to pay the 15 million euro release clause for José Mourinho, with the coach agreeing to move to Santiago Bernabéu. According to Spanish sports newspaper Marca, the official appointment will not be finalized until July despite the agreement between the clubs and manager.
Iranian officials have threatened to pull their team from an upcoming football match if political messages are displayed during the game. The Iranian Football Federation has also requested that FIFA ensure fans are only permitted to bring the official flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran into stadiums, and not the former Persian flag. The demand appears aimed at preventing displays of opposition symbols, as the former Persian flag has been used by protesters and opposition groups as an alternative to the current Iranian state flag.
László Czibor will remain as head coach of FC Komárno, the Slovak football club confirmed. Czibor had taken over as interim head coach following the departure of Mikuláš Radványi at the end of April. The club, based in the southern Slovak town of Komárno near the Hungarian border, has now made Czibor's appointment permanent after his temporary stint in charge.
Norway's national team will bring their own fish and cooking staff to the United States as part of their preparation strategy for an upcoming World Championship. Team officials consider this step crucial for maintaining players' focus and performance during intensive training periods. The Norwegian squad will face France, Senegal, and Iraq in the group stage of the tournament.
German striker Niclas Woltemade has expressed surprise at the intensity of criticism he has faced over his recent goal-scoring difficulties. The 22-year-old forward became the top scorer at last year's European Under-21 Championship held in Slovakia, where he netted six goals to lead Germany to victory in the tournament. Despite his proven track record at youth international level, Woltemade has apparently struggled to maintain that scoring form, leading to harsh criticism from fans and media.
Nineteen-year-old Italian driver Kimi Antonelli continued his remarkable winning streak by capturing both pole position and victory at the Monaco Grand Prix, marking his fifth consecutive win. The teenager became the youngest winner of both Monaco qualifying and the race itself, breaking previous records held by Formula One champions Sebastian Vettel and Lewis Hamilton by four years. Meanwhile, Britain's George Russell, who was considered a top title contender before the season began, continues to struggle and now trails his teammate significantly in the championship standings.
The FIFA World Cup will introduce new American-style features as the United States, one of the host countries, seeks to adapt the tournament for American audiences. The changes include a 10-second limit for player substitutions and a final match structured similar to the Super Bowl. The modifications represent an effort to make soccer more appealing to American sports fans who are accustomed to faster-paced entertainment formats. The World Cup begins in one day, with the United States serving as a co-host nation alongside other countries for the expanded tournament format.
The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 5-3 to tie their Stanley Cup Final series at 2-2. Jordan Staal emerged as the hero of the game for Carolina, continuing his inspiring journey of helping sick children following the tragic death of his daughter.
Slovakia's women's national team secured their place in the playoffs following a victory against Latvia. The home team took the lead in the closing stages of the first half and maintained their advantage to claim the crucial win that guaranteed their playoff qualification.
China and Thailand played to a scoreless draw in an international friendly match. In another preparation game, Hungary defeated Kazakhstan 3-1 in Debrecen despite trailing 1-0 at halftime.
Slovak ice hockey club Liptovský Mikuláš has signed Finnish goalkeeper Lindberg for the upcoming season. The Finnish netminder played 20 games in Finland's top-tier Liiga league last season, posting a goals-against average of 3.11 and a save percentage of 88.8 percent. The signing represents the club's effort to strengthen their goaltending position ahead of the new campaign in Slovakia's top hockey league.
Tennis legend Serena Williams successfully returned to competitive play, advancing to the second round of doubles at a tournament in London. Williams and her Canadian partner Victoria Mboko defeated the British-American pair of Erin Routliffe and Nicole Melichar in straight sets, 7-6 (7-2), 6-2 in their opening match. The victory marks a positive start for Williams in her comeback to professional tennis competition.