Slovak Cup and Second‑Division League match schedule released

The 58th Slovnaft Cup first round fixtures were published, featuring regional derbies such as Nádszeg vs Jóka, Szentpéter vs Gúta and others. Matches are set for July 31 and August 1‑2, with winners advancing to a second‑round draw that will pit them against higher‑division opponents.

The MONACObet II. liga second‑round schedule was also announced. Games include FK Pohronie vs MŠK Považská Bystrica on July 31 and Tatran Liptovský Mikuláš vs FC Slovan Galanta on the same night, followed by a slate of Saturday fixtures on August 1. Coaches such as Michal Kuruc praised preseason preparation, while disciplinary action saw Varga Péter suspended for two matches. Youth prospects were highlighted, including 19‑year‑old Kireth Bálint joining STK on loan.