Slovenian sports: Maribor defeats Nafta and Celje announces key arrivals

In Slovenian football, Maribor secured a 3-2 victory against Nafta 1903 in a dramatic match. Despite Nafta's efforts to recover from an early 0-2 deficit, Maribor's quality allowed them to maintain the lead. Nafta coach Mere Hermoso noted that while the team showed character, starting matches with a significant disadvantage remains a critical issue.

In Slovenian handball, Celje Pivovarne Laško is preparing for the new season with high ambitions. Coach Klemen Luzar expressed confidence in his squad, which features a mix of experienced and young players. The club aims to defend both their national championship and cup titles while returning to the Champions League, where they will compete in Group C against Aalborg, Paris Saint-Germain, and Zagreb.

Additionally, football club Celje has officially confirmed the return of striker Blaž Kramer. The 30-year-old forward returns to his home club after nearly a decade playing abroad for clubs such as Wolfsburg, Zurich, Legia Warsaw, and Konyaspor.