Slovakia
Location CountrySlovakia experiences record heat, its football club achieves Champions League qualification.
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Slovakia is currently in the news due to extreme weather conditions and a significant sporting achievement. The country has been experiencing record-breaking temperatures, with highs reaching 42.2 degrees Celsius (108 degrees Fahrenheit) in Dolné Plachtince, contributing to a wider heatwave across central and eastern Europe. This extreme heat has led to widespread temperature records being broken in the region. Concurrently, Slovan Bratislava, a football club from Slovakia, has made history by qualifying for the UEFA Champions League group stage. This marks a notable achievement for the club and for Yaya Toure, who became the first African coach to lead a team into the competition's main round. The nation is thus highlighted by both environmental challenges and a notable sporting success.
Last updated: September 17, 2026
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News from Slovakia
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Central Europe sees record temperatures as heatwave continues
