Hamrun Spartans returned to winning ways as they defeated Zabbar St. Patrick 1-0 in a match from the 360 Sports Malta Premier Closing Round at the Tony Bezzina Stadium on Sunday.
Hamrun, who were coming from back-to-back draws with Floriana and Birkirkara move top l, at least temporarily, on the 11-point mark. for Zabbar, this was the second defeat in five matches.
The Spartans had an excellent opportunity to take the lead on 20 minutes when they were awarded a penalty after Bonilha handled the ball inside the area but Joseph Mbong hit wide from the penalty spot.
Hamrun, however, managed to take the lead one minute in added time at the end of the first half when off a cross by Ryan Camenzuli, Cesar Menacho anticipated goalkeeper Luca Camilleri as he flicked the ball over the Zabbar goalkeeper.
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