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Slovak Gas Utility EPIF Sees Profit Dented by End of Russian Flows
Slovak natural gas and power utility EP Infrastructure AS (EPIF) has reported EUR 524 million ($611.86 million) in adjusted EBITDA for the first half of 2025, down 27 percent from the first six months of 2024. That was driven by a 61 percent fall...

Sportsguide: Women's RWC, World Cup qualifiers and the Irish Open
Kansas City Chiefs at Los Angeles Chargers, 1.20am. CAMOGIE: Cork senior camogie: Ballinora v Glen Rovers, Castle Road, 3.30pm; Killeagh v Éire Óg, Bishopstown, 3.45pm; Cloughduv v Courcey Rovers, Castle Road, 6.30pm; Sarsfields v Aghabullogue,...

German Media Cast Strong Florian Wirtz Verdict After Slovakia Defeat
The German media have delivered a strong verdict on Florian Wirtz following Germany's 2-0 defeat to Slovakia in Thursday night’s World Cup qualifier. The back-to-back Bundesliga Player of the Year now finds himself under a brighter spotlight...

Middlesbrough excitement as David Strelec stars in Slovakia's shock win over Germany
There was plenty of excitement among Middlesbrough supporters on Thursday evening, as many shared clips of David Strelec starring for Slovakia against Germany. Slovakia were shock 2-0 winners over Germany in World Cup qualifying with Strelec, who...

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin says foreign troops in Ukraine would be a target for Russian forces
Zelensky to discuss phasing out of Russian oil with Slovak PM President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to discuss the phase-out of Russian oil with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico later today, Ukraine’s deputy energy minister has said. Ukraine...

Culture Tips: Weekend of September 5
Current culture tips for around Slovakia. Gelnica Illuminations Starting Friday, September 5, one of Slovakia’s oldest towns will host a unique multi-genre festival. Gelnica Illuminations will bring together music, literature, visual and digital...

Slovakia stun Germany in historic WC qualifier upset
The result was only their second two-goal defeat in a qualifier, the last being the infamous 5-1 home thrashing by England in 2001. IMAGE: Germany must now win all five remaining games to avoid play-offs. Photograph: Kind courtesy DFB/Philipp...
‘Stop buying Russian oil’, Donald Trump now tells European leaders after 50% India tariffs
US President Donald Trump, on his call with the coalition leaders on Thursday, said Europe must stop purchasing Russian oil that he said is helping Moscow fund its war against Ukraine. US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin...
Julian Nagelsmann slams ‘lack of emotion’ in Germany’s loss to Slovakia
BRATISLAVA – Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has slammed his side’s “lack of emotion” after Thursday’s 2-0 World Cup qualifying loss to Slovakia in Bratislava. The visitors were outclassed by their underdog opponents, who won thanks to goals from...

Slovakia vs. Germany European Qualifiers Highlights | FOX Soccer

Slovakia vs. Germany: Livestream World Cup 2026 Qualifier Soccer From Anywhere
Germany kicks off its campaign for a place in next year's World Cup in North America with a tricky looking opening qualifying match away against Slovakia. Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch the game as it...
Trump tells European leaders ‘stop buying Russian oil’ after India's 50% tariff
US President Donald Trump reportedly pressured European leaders on Thursday to not buy Russian oil as, he said, it helps Moscow fund its war against Ukraine. A White House official told Reuters that Trump joined a call of the "Coalition of the...

China’s Xi vows support for Serbia in 'safeguarding' its social stability
China on Thursday vowed to support Serbia in “safeguarding” its social stability and national interests, and urged the two sides to enhance their bilateral cooperation. During a meeting in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping told his Serbian...

Where to watch Italy vs. Estonia: Latest team news and TV information
In danger of missing the cut for the third straight FIFA World Cup, former champions Italy will look to get their qualifying campaign on track when they host Estonia on Friday. After a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Norway in their opening Group I...

News digest: Fico kicks Brussels, Zelensky lands in Slovakia
Hello, and welcome to your Thursday, 4 September edition of Today in Slovakia. Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement While Slovakia’s footballers were busy kicking Germany into shock defeat on...

Germany suffer shock 2-0 loss at Slovakia
FOOTBALL – Four-time world champions Germany suffered their first away loss in a World Cup qualifier after their shock 2-0 defeat by hosts Slovakia in their opening qualifier for the 2026 tournament last night. The Germans, who have set a goal of...

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Germany stunned by Slovakia, Messi takes Argentina to victory, Spain and Belgium win
Germany lost an away World Cup qualifying game for the first time in a 2-0 upset against Slovakia which threw its campaign to reach the 2026 tournament into immediate jeopardy. David Hancko and David Strelec each exploited mistakes in Germany's...

world Trump pressures European leaders over Russian oil purchases, White House official says
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump told European leaders on Thursday (Sept 4) that Europe must stop buying Russian oil that he said is helping Moscow fund its war against Ukraine, a White House official said, striking a combative tone amid...

FIFA WC 2026 Qualifiers: Slovakia Upset Germany, Spain Cruise Past Bulgaria
Last Updated:September 05, 2025, 07:54 IST Slovakia stunned Germany 2-0, Spain dominated Bulgaria 3-0, Northern Ireland beat Luxembourg 3-1, Turkey edged Georgia 3-2, Belgium thrashed Liechtenstein 6-0 in the qualifiers. (Credit: AP)The opening...

Soccer-Germany suffer shock 2-0 loss at Slovakia for first ever World Cup qualifying away match defeat
BRATISLAVA -Four-time world championsGermany suffered their first away loss in a World Cup qualifier after their shock 2-0 defeat by hosts Slovakia in their opening qualifier for the 2026 tournament on Thursday. The Germans, who have set a goal of...