Abdilla led Gzira United to promotion to the Premier League after an absence of thirty-four years and this summer committed his future to the club by signing a new three-year deal to form part of the Maroons’ technical staff although his role was changed from that of coach to assistant coach.
Darren Abdilla had joined Gzira United mid-way through season 2014/15, leading the club to third place and the Play-Off spot where they lost to Mosta. However last season, they were not to be denied as they claimed the championship.