The Malta Women’s National Team will be looking to keep their promotion bid on track when they take on Georgia in the UEFA Women’s Nations League in Group C2 tomorrow, the first of back-to-back games against the same nation in the space of four days.
The match will be held at the Mikhail Meskhi-2 Stadium in Tbilisi, kicking off at 19.00 local time (17.00 CET), and will be shown live on TVMSport+.
Recent Performances
Having analysed the recent outings against Cyprus and Andorra, Head Coach Manuela Tesse believes the team must rediscover the fighting spirit that characterised their previous Nations League campaign.
The defeat to Cyprus underscored the need for a stronger mentality from the first whistle, while victory over Andorra highlighted areas in need of improvement – most notably tactical discipline and decision-making.
Despite finding the net only twice across the last two matches, Tesse remains optimistic about Malta’s attacking potential, citing Haley Bugeja’s achievement of finishing as the second-highest scorer among Groups A, B, and C in the last campaign. Tesse remains confident that this demonstrates the team’s ability to strike consistently.
Tesse has also acknowledged that international matches require a higher level of intensity than the Maltese league, stressing the importance of adapting effectively and maintaining focus throughout.
Georgia’s Challenge
Speaking about tomorrow’s game, Tesse anticipates a tough match against a Georgian side known for its resilience and refusal to give up, yet she believes that if Malta play to their strengths, remain disciplined, and stay focused for the full 90 minutes, they have a good chance of returning home with points.
Player Perspectives
Defender and team captain Emma Lipman recognised that the previous window did not showcase the squad’s true calibre, but she is determined to see Malta begin this one with renewed purpose.
Meanwhile, forward Haley Bugeja considers the upcoming fixtures – both away and at home – as an excellent opportunity to secure six points, provided everyone delivers their best on the pitch.
Buoyed by their desire to make amends and build momentum, the Maltese team heads into tomorrow’s game with hopes of achieving a positive result.
A strong showing tomorrow could set the tone for the remainder of their Nations League campaign and reinforce the progress they aim to demonstrate on the international stage.