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Category: Sport & Tourism

    The 139th Wimbledon Tennis Championships have begun in London at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious Grand Slam tournaments, played exclusively on grass courts. The tournament will conclude on July 12 with the men’s singles final.

    Sport & Tourism 29 June 2026

    The group stage of the World Cup, being held in stadiums across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, has come to an end. As a result, all the matchups for the Round of 16 have been determined.

    Sport & Tourism 28 June 2026

    MP Angela Munteanu-Požoga is encouraging Moldovans to travel more often within their own country.

    Sport & Tourism 28 June 2026

    The Russian rhythmic gymnastics team refused to compete in the Challenge Cup in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, after local authorities banned the use of Russian state symbols during the competition. The Russian Gymnastics Federation (RGF) announced this on June 26, accusing the organizers of violating the competition rules.

    Sport & Tourism 27 June 2026

    Wimbledon, one of the world’s most famous sporting tournaments, kicks off in London on June 29.

    Sport & Tourism 26 June 2026

    On the evening of June 23, Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals against the Uzbekistan national team and made his mark in World Cup history.

    Sport & Tourism 24 June 2026

    The 2026 FIFA World Cup has become not only the world’s largest sporting event, but also a major competitive arena for sports equipment manufacturers. While brands compete for fans’ attention through advertising campaigns, brand ambassadors, and collaborations, an equally intense battle is unfolding right on the field—for the tournament players’ uniforms.

    Sport & Tourism 23 June 2026

    Lionel Messi, the Argentine national team forward and eight-time winner of the Ballon d’Or as the world’s best soccer player, has set yet another historic record.

    Sport & Tourism 23 June 2026

    Spain, Italy, and France are the European countries where public opposition to mass tourism is most pronounced. This is according to a new study by the digital platform JB.com, which analyzes protest activity and the burden on the population.

    Sport & Tourism 22 June 2026

    Paraguay national team midfielder Matías Galarza was one of the standout players in the 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Turkey. He opened the scoring just 65 seconds into the match, scoring the fastest goal of the tournament and securing a narrow 1-0 victory for his team. This result kept Paraguay’s hopes alive for advancing to the next round of the competition.

    Sport & Tourism 22 June 2026

    According to forecasts, the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) is expected to earn $11 billion from the World Cup, which is being held from June 11 to July 19 at stadiums in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. 

    Sport & Tourism 22 June 2026

    The group stage matches are underway at the World Cup, but so far there have been few real upsets or exciting soccer. Fortunately, there have been virtually no major scandals involving refereeing—the intensity of the matches hasn’t yet reached the point where every refereeing mistake is seen as a “death blow” to one team or another.

    Sport & Tourism 21 June 2026

    On June 19, the National Tourism Office announced the launch of a new phase of grant funding for projects under the National “Sustainable Tourism” Program. The program is funded from the state budget as part of the Growth Plan for Moldova for 2025–2027 and is aimed at developing tourism.

    Sport & Tourism 20 June 2026

    Spain will direct tourists to less-visited regions to ease the strain on popular resorts. The country expects tourist arrivals to reach 100 million during the 2026 season.

    Sport & Tourism 20 June 2026

    Venice authorities plan to raise the entry fee for tourists to 50 euros on days of peak visitor numbers, a move that has already sparked a strong political and public backlash.

    Sport & Tourism 20 June 2026

    The Investment Agency is launching the Republic of Moldova’s official digital platform: www.moldova.md. Designed as a modern showcase for the country, the platform offers a structured and user-friendly presentation of the Republic of Moldova for an international audience, as well as for the country’s citizens and the diaspora.

    Sport & Tourism 18 June 2026

    The stadiums for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico are turning food into a spectacle in its own right—and one of the most expensive parts of attending a match. The cost of a basic snack at the stadiums ranges from $9 to over $34 for a meal with a beer, and individual items can cost as much as $8 for a bottle of water and $18–19 for a beer.

    Sport & Tourism 17 June 2026

    The draw for the first qualifying rounds of the Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League took place on June 16 in Nyon, Switzerland.

    Sport & Tourism 17 June 2026

    Almost all of Europe’s beaches, lakes, and rivers remain safe for swimming. According to a new report by the European Environment Agency (EEA), 96% of the tested bathing areas in EU countries meet the established water quality standards, while only 1.5% of water bodies have unsatisfactory results.

    Sport & Tourism 17 June 2026

    Starting June 25, residents of the capital will be able to use the swimming pool at the State University of Moldova, which has reopened after two years of extensive renovations. The sports complex at the Institute of Physical Education and Sports, located in the very center of Chisinau, behind the government building, will be open not only to students and professional athletes but also to the general public.

    Sport & Tourism 16 June 2026

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