Mqabba maintained the challenge for promotion to the Premier League as they defeated St. Andrews 4-1 in a match from the BOV First Division.

A win which puts Mqabba in second place, seven points behind leaders Balzan.

In another match, Melita defeated Pietà Hotspurs 2-1 to move third, two points behind Mqabba and one ahead of Mosta, who however have a game in hand.