Lija Athletic joined Vittoriosa Stars in second place in the BOV First Division thanks to a 3-0 win over Zejtun Corinthians in one of the two BOV First Division matches in programme at the Victor Tedesco Stadium.
In another match, Naxxar Lions returned to winning ways as they beat Gudja United 4-1.
Just two points separate the first four teams as Pietà Hotspurs lead the way with 39 points, followed by Vittoriosa and Lija on 38, Naxxar 37, St. Andrews 30, Marsaxlokk 29, Gudja 26, Zejtun 21, Gzira 19, Birzebbuga 13, Dingli 12 and Mqabba 8.