Marsaxlokk joined Birkirkara, Hamrun Spartans, Santa Lucia, Sliema Wanderers, Balzan, Floriana, Gudja United, Hibernians, Mosta, Valletta and Challenge League sides Zejtun Corinthians St. George's and Tarxien Rainbows in the Round of 16 of the Izibet FA Trophy as they defeated Pembroke Athleta 1-0 at the Victor Tedesco Stadium in a clash between two Challenge League